HILLCREST
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Est.$830,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real6.7%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for HILLCREST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
HILLCREST shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
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Median rent
$606/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.55%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+12.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
71 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
Market overview
HILLCREST is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and moderate rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.8% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.7%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,744/wk
$95k taxable p.a.
Renters
30.5%
67.6% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.6%
Population growth
+5.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
61%
31% apartments
Degree qualified
37.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
460 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
18.4%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
22.7 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
36 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
59.0%
Balanced market
Walkability
36 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
8.1 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
3,268/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4118
🏫Primary (4)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (2)
Independent · Yrs 9-12 · Major Cities
Browns Plains State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime7.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2021-22 (division)
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
36
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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