IRON KNOB
Investor score
45
Liveability score
35
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.—
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
Est.5.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.0.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for IRON KNOB
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
IRON KNOB 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
—
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+3.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
—
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
IRON KNOB is a SA suburb offering lower rental yield and steady price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Consistent annual growth of 5.6%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- 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
$1,125/wk
$58k taxable p.a.
Renters
26.9%
93.9% owner-occupier
Median age
66.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.8%
Population growth
+2.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
67%
17% apartments
Degree qualified
19.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
910 m²
Large block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
268.4 km
Regional
Days on market
44 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
53.7%
Balanced market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
67.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
1,170/km²
Suburban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime15.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average4 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
12
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
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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