SUMMER HILL
Investor score
55
Liveability score
47
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
Real$754,150
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real-4.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SUMMER HILL
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SUMMER HILL 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
$550/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+4.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-0.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.33%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
52 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
SUMMER HILL is a NSW 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 3.8% 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
$1,713/wk
$59k taxable p.a.
Renters
30.5%
66.4% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.1%
Population growth
+1.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
14.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
75%
14% apartments
Degree qualified
32.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
12.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
930 m²
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
206.4 km
Regional
Days on market
44 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
54.4%
Balanced market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
206.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
791/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2800
🏫Primary (15)
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Orange
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Catherine McAuley Catholic Primary School Orange
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Outer Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
🎓Secondary (3)
James Sheahan Catholic High School Orange
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
📚Combined (4)
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Inner Regional
Orange Anglican Grammar School
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs 3-12 · Inner Regional
⭐Special (1)
Government · Yrs U · 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
Safe0.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average23 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
31
/ 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
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