North Star NSW Property Investment
Gwydir · 2408 · Score: 43/100 · Caution
North Star Short-Term Rental (Airbnb) Market
North Star NSW Investment Brief
CAUTION — 3.8% gross yield on a $190,000 (pending peer validation) median.
THE MARKET
North Star has compounded at 1.6%/yr over 5 years. Median sits in the $190,000 (pending peer validation) band today. Properties are sitting on market for 11 days (sellers have the leverage).
- Median house: $190,000 (pending peer validation) | Units: $0
- Gross yield: 3.8% | Net yield: 2.3%
- 5yr price CAGR: 1.6%/yr | 3yr forecast: 1.8%/yr
- Population: 214 | Owner-occupier rate: 49% | Affluence: Very High
- Supply pipeline: Moderate — Development activity consistent with long-term averages
RENTAL SNAPSHOT
- Vacancy: 3.0% (stable) | Rental demand: Moderate
- Median weekly rent: $140/wk | Days on market: 11 (improving)
- Tenant market — vacancy elevated, negotiate hard on rent.
SHORT-TERM RENTAL
- Median nightly rate: $604/night | Occupancy: 40%
- Estimated annual STR gross: ~$88,166/yr
- vs long-term rent: $7,280/yr (+1111% STR premium — factor in higher management costs)
INFRASTRUCTURE & CATALYSTS
- No major confirmed infrastructure projects on record.
- Transport: Standard suburban transport access
BULL CASE
If North Star maintains 3%+ annual growth and vacancy stays below 2.1%, median prices could reach $218,500 within 3 years with yields compressing slightly as capital values rise.
BEAR CASE
A market correction or interest rate shock could see prices in North Star pull back 10-15% from $190,000, with vacancy rising to 5.0% and rental yields softening as tenants gain leverage.
KEY RISKS
- Distance from CBD may limit long-term capital growth potential
COMPARABLE MARKETS
- Barmedman (NSW): $245,438 median, 4.0% yield, 8.0% 1yr growth
- Deepwater (NSW): $195,000 median, 10.7% yield, -30.0% 1yr growth
- Ashford (NSW): $232,830 median, 4.5% yield, 12.2% 1yr growth
THE PLAY
North Star carries elevated risk that outweighs potential returns at current levels. A growth market combined with moderate vacancy risk warrants caution. Avoid new acquisitions unless significant discount to median pricing is achievable. Re-evaluate if vacancy falls below 2.5% or annual price growth exceeds 3%.
- Entry range: $171,000 – $209,000
- Minimum gross yield to target: 4.5%
- Watch signal: vacancy dropping below 2% and days on market holding under 35
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Seek professional advice before making investment decisions.
Gentrification Index
Growth Forecast
low confidenceBasis: National long-run average (no local data)
- +Fast sales (11 days avg) — strong buyer demand
- −Population decline (-3.8%/yr) — demand headwind
Suburb Metric Thresholds
Macro Environment
Macro Indicators
Cash Rate
4.35%
▲ 0.25%Cash rate as at 2026-05-06 · Credit data 2026-04
Suburb Supply & Demand
Suburb Supply Pipeline — New Dwelling Approvals
4
2020
4
2021
6
2022
24
2023
6
2025
New dwelling approvals — higher numbers mean more future supply
Socio-Economic Profile
Source: ABS Census 2021SEIFA Index · Postcode 2408
Decile 9 of 10 — Low disadvantage
Population
310
Education (IEO)
8/10
Econ. Resources (IER)
8/10
10-Year Investment Projection
Modelled on North Star NSW data — rent, capital growth, tax, and depreciation over 10 years.
Pre-filled: $140/wk median rent for North Star. Capital growth and rent increase are editable assumptions.
Schools
In your catchment
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