NELIA
Investor score
66
Liveability score
33
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.$235,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real2.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real5.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for NELIA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
NELIA 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
$130/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+3.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.84%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
63 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
Market overview
NELIA is a QLD 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
- Rental yield 2.9% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.3%
- 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
$1,735/wk
$57k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.3%
53.2% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.6%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
83%
13% apartments
Degree qualified
28.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
9.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.4%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1511.5 km
Regional
Days on market
56 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
44.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
515.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
507/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4823
🏫Primary (1)
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Very 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
Moderate10.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
33
/ 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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