NORMAN
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.$150,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real5.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real5.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for NORMAN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
NORMAN 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
$170/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.54%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
56 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
Market overview
NORMAN is a QLD suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 5.9%
- 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
$1,698/wk
$41k taxable p.a.
Renters
63.2%
24.9% owner-occupier
Median age
30.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.2%
Population growth
+1.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
7.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
19.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.1 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1625.1 km
Regional
Days on market
67 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
31.4%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
495.7 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
66/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4890
📚Combined (2)
Independent · Yrs Prep-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs Prep-10 · 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
High crime33.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2021-22 (division)
School quality
Disadvantaged2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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