OAKEY
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.$550,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real4.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real1.6%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for OAKEY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
OAKEY 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
$480/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+1.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.71%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
55 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
OAKEY is a QLD suburb offering moderate 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
- Rental yield 4.5% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,291/wk
$39k taxable p.a.
Renters
32.7%
63.4% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+1.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
9.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
88%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
13.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
3.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
130.4 km
Regional
Days on market
51 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
33.3%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
130.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
131/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4401
🏫Primary (3)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
🎓Secondary (1)
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
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 crime6.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2021-22 (division)
School quality
Below average4 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
17
/ 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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