THE GAP
Investor score
54
Liveability score
25
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.7.8%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.1.4%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.3.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for THE GAP
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
THE GAP 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
$390/wk
weekly
Demand change
+1.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.58%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
33 / 100
Soft demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
THE GAP is a NT suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 7.8%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Elevated vacancy rate — monitor rental demand carefully
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,174/wk
$59k taxable p.a.
Renters
43.4%
52.0% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
7.2%
Population growth
+0.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
69%
15% apartments
Degree qualified
27.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
7.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.0 ha
Large block
Household size
3.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.4%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1291.1 km
Regional
Days on market
84 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
27.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
24 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
890.8 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
862/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 0870
🏫Primary (6)
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
Government · Yrs T-6 · Remote
🎓Secondary (2)
Government · Yrs 10-12 · Remote
Government · Yrs 7-9 · Remote
📚Combined (3)
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs T-12 · Remote
Alice Springs School Of The Air
Government · Yrs T-9 · Remote
Independent · Yrs T-10 · Remote
⭐Special (1)
St Joseph's Catholic Flexible School
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · 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
School quality
Below average11 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
40
/ 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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