Thirroul NSW Property Investment
Wollongong · 2515 · Score: 67/100 · Buy
Thirroul Short-Term Rental (Airbnb) Market
Thirroul NSW Investment Brief
BUY — $1,930,203 median with 9.0%/yr growth over 5 years.
THE MARKET
Thirroul has compounded at 9.0%/yr over 5 years — a house that cost $1,254,500 in 2021 is worth $1,930,203 today. Properties are sitting on market for 48 days (roughly balanced conditions). At the same growth rate, today's median reaches $2,969,857 by 2031.
- Median house: $1,930,203 | Units: $1,223,258
- Gross yield: 3.1% | Net yield: 1.6%
- 5yr price CAGR: 9.0%/yr | 3yr forecast: 13.5%/yr
- Population: 6,348 | Owner-occupier rate: 79% | Affluence: Very High
- Supply pipeline: Low — Price growth outpacing new supply, limited development pipeline
RENTAL SNAPSHOT
- Vacancy: 2.3% (improving) | Rental demand: High
- Median weekly rent: $1,150/wk | Days on market: 48 (worsening)
- Balanced market — vacancy manageable but monitor trend.
SHORT-TERM RENTAL
- Median nightly rate: $550/night | Occupancy: 40%
- Estimated annual STR gross: ~$80,309/yr
- vs long-term rent: $59,800/yr (+34% STR premium — factor in higher management costs)
INFRASTRUCTURE & CATALYSTS
- No major confirmed infrastructure projects on record.
- Transport: Standard suburban transport access
BULL CASE
If Thirroul maintains 3%+ annual growth and vacancy stays below 1.6%, median prices could reach $2,219,733 within 3 years with yields compressing slightly as capital values rise.
BEAR CASE
A market correction or interest rate shock could see prices in Thirroul pull back 10-15% from $1,930,203, with vacancy rising to 4.1% and rental yields softening as tenants gain leverage.
KEY RISKS
- Distance from CBD may limit long-term capital growth potential
COMPARABLE MARKETS
- Barrack Point (NSW): $1,711,063 median, 2.5% yield, 1.8% 1yr growth
- Bunyah (NSW): $1,511,962 median, 1.6% yield, 2.3% 1yr growth
- Diggers Camp (NSW): $1,775,000 median, 1.4% yield, 0.0% 1yr growth
THE PLAY
Thirroul presents a compelling investment opportunity. The combination of solid fundamentals and high rental demand supports entry at current price levels. Proceed with due diligence on specific properties. Target gross yields above 3.1% and prioritise properties with value-add potential. Consider timing entry around the current recovery phase of the market cycle.
- Entry range: $1,737,183 – $2,123,223
- Minimum gross yield to target: 4.5%
- Watch signal: vacancy dropping below 2% and days on market falling below 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
high confidenceBasis: 5yr CAGR 10.2% + 10yr CAGR 9.2%
- +Low rental vacancy (2.3%) — constrained supply
- −High supply pipeline (6738 new approvals) — may cap price growth
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
1,211
2020
1,385
2021
1,228
2022
1,346
2023
1,568
2025
New dwelling approvals — higher numbers mean more future supply
Socio-Economic Profile
Source: ABS Census 2021SEIFA Index · Postcode 2515
Decile 10 of 10 — Low disadvantage
Population
11,745
Education (IEO)
10/10
Econ. Resources (IER)
10/10
10-Year Investment Projection
Modelled on Thirroul NSW data — rent, capital growth, tax, and depreciation over 10 years.
Pre-filled: $1150/wk median rent for Thirroul. Capital growth and rent increase are editable assumptions.
Schools
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