LYNEHAM
Investor score
60
Liveability score
71
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.2.6%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.2.5%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for LYNEHAM
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
LYNEHAM 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
$436/wk
weekly
Demand change
+1.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.81%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
56 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
LYNEHAM is a metropolitan ACT suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro ACT suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.6% with stable tenant 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
$2,337/wk
$103k taxable p.a.
Renters
37.5%
59.8% owner-occupier
Median age
36.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.2%
Population growth
+2.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
18.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
21%
72% apartments
Degree qualified
72.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
30.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
100 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.0%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
4.0 km
Inner city
Days on market
29 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
69.6%
Strong demand
Walkability
65 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
144.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
11,497/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 2602
🏫Primary (6)
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-2 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (3)
Government · Yrs 7-10 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (3)
Independent · Yrs K-10 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs K-10 · Major Cities
⭐Special (1)
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
School quality
Top tier13 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
52
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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