KATHERINE
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.—
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.1.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.4.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for KATHERINE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
KATHERINE 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
$330/wk
weekly
Demand change
+1.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
—
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
9.60%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
29 / 100
Soft demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
KATHERINE is a NT suburb offering lower rental yield and moderate price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Elevated vacancy rate — monitor rental demand carefully
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,027/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
51.1%
41.6% owner-occupier
Median age
33.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.2%
Population growth
+0.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
82%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
24.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.7 ha
Large block
Household size
3.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
253.3 km
Regional
Days on market
120 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
19.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
253.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
23/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 0850
🏫Primary (4)
Casuarina Street Primary School
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Katherine South Primary School
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
🎓Secondary (1)
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Remote
📚Combined (2)
Catholic · Yrs T-12 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-9 · Remote
⭐Special (1)
Government · Yrs T-12 · Remote
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 crime25.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: NT Government · 2025 (region)
School quality
Disadvantaged8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
35
/ 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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