UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA
Investor score
62
Liveability score
77
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.2.0%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.3.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA 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
$440/wk
weekly
Demand change
+2.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.17%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
58 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA is a metropolitan ACT suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro ACT suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.0% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,177/wk
$104k taxable p.a.
Renters
40.4%
56.9% owner-occupier
Median age
32.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.6%
Population growth
+2.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
14.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
15%
73% apartments
Degree qualified
65.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
37.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
130 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.7%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
6.8 km
Middle ring
Days on market
19 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
70.0%
Strong demand
Walkability
86 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
150.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
6,709/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 2617
🏫Primary (7)
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (1)
University of Canberra High School Kaleen
Government · Yrs 7-10 · Major Cities
📚Combined (1)
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Major Cities
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
Above average9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
47
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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