Sussex Inlet NSW Property Investment

Shoalhaven · 2540

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Median House Price

$778K

As of 8 Nov 2026.

Rental Yield

3.7%

Vacancy Rate

N/A

Median Weekly Rent

$555/wk

Source: NSW Fair Trading, Residential Rental Bond Lodgements (Oct 2025 to Sep 2026). As of Sept 2026.

Median Unit Price

$623K

As of 8 Nov 2026.

Population (Census 2021)

3,888

Sussex Inlet Short-Term Rental Market

Short-stay estimate: run a brief

Past price growth

Median house sale price growth, postcode 2540 (all suburbs in it): 5.1% a year, Mar qtr 2021 to Mar qtr 2026. Source: NSW Department of Communities and Justice, Rent and Sales Report – Sales tables, March quarter 2021 and March quarter 2026 (accessed 24 Oct 2026). © State of New South Wales (Department of Communities and Justice), CC BY 4.0, dcj.nsw.gov.au/statements/copyright-and-disclaimer.html. Postcode figures mapped to suburb and growth calculated by Estait. Past growth doesn't predict future prices.

New dwellings approved

New dwellings approved, Shoalhaven council area, 12 months to Aug 2026: 855. Source: ABS Building Approvals, Australia (cat. 8731.0). This is the whole council area, not just Sussex Inlet.

AI Investment Analysis

Sussex Inlet NSW Investment Brief

2. Market Overview

Median weekly rent: $550
Median days listed: 45 days (as of 18 Oct 2026)

The 45‑day listing period signals a balanced market. Sellers face moderate competition, while buyers enjoy a short but not rushed decision window. Overall, buyers can negotiate on price, and sellers should price competitively to avoid extended market exposure.

3. Rental Market

Vacancy rate: 3.0 %
Weekly rent: $550
Demand rating: moderate

A 3.0 % vacancy rate indicates healthy demand and low risk of prolonged empty periods. The moderate demand rating suggests that rental supply will not outpace demand, keeping occupancy stable. Investors can expect reliable cash flow, but the yield remains modest compared to nearby suburbs.

4. Short‑Term Rental Opportunity

Short-stay estimate: run a brief

5. Infrastructure & Growth Drivers

Major projects: none on file
Transport: Bomaderry station 33.2 km away
Growth drivers: limited by distance from the CBD; no major infrastructure upgrades

The suburb’s isolation from major transport hubs and the absence of planned projects constrain long‑term capital growth.

6. Bull Case

If the market stabilises and demand strengthens, Sussex Inlet could experience: - Vacancy falling to 2.0 % would further improve cash flow stability.

These scenarios rely on sustained demand, modest rent growth, and continued price appreciation.

7. Risks

Vacancy risk: current 3.0 % vacancy leaves little margin; a rise above 5 % would erode income.
Distance from CBD: may cap long‑term capital growth.
Flood risk: not on record for this suburb in the state or council planning overlays (check with council). Order an independent flood certificate before commit.
Bushfire risk: not on record for this suburb in the state or council planning overlays (check with council). Order an independent BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) assessment before commit.
Heritage status: heritage status is not on record — confirm with the council duty planner / a Section 10.7 (NSW) or equivalent certificate.

These risks underscore the need for due diligence and conservative expectations.

8. The Play

Watch signals: median days listed at 45 days and a 3.0 % vacancy rate.
Recommended strategy: acquire a single‑family home or unit, secure a long‑term lease, and hold for 5–10 years to capture steady rental income and potential price appreciation. Avoid rapid flipping; focus on stable cash flow.

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Seek professional advice before making investment decisions.

Suburb Metric Thresholds

1 green3 yellow6 red

Weekly Rent (house)

555 medium impact

Population growth 2016–21, postcode 2540 (ABS Census)

1.36 high impact

Median Household Income

1275 medium impact

Public Transport Score

3.1 medium impact

School Zone Quality

5.3 medium impact

Distance to CBD

154.15 medium impact

SEIFA Advantage/Disadvantage

2 medium impact

Owner Occupier Rate

73.4 medium impact

Gross Rental Yield (%)

3.71 high impact

Net Rental Yield (%)

2.39 high impact

Macro Environment

Macro Indicators

Cash Rate

4.85%

▲ 0.25%

Cash rate 4.85% as at 2026-11-04 (effective date) · Source: RBA cash rate target · Credit data 2026-09

Socio-Economic Profile

Source: ABS Census 2021

SEIFA Index · Postcode 2540

Most disadvantagedLeast disadvantaged

Decile 5 of 10 — Average

Population (suburb)

3,888

Education (IEO)

4/10

Econ. Resources (IER)

6/10

Crime & Safety

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · 12 months to Jun 2026

Safety score

3.9/10

Offences per 1,000

63.5

Recorded offences

247

Sussex Inlet: score 1–10, relative to other NSW suburbs (10 = lowest recorded offence rate per resident). Recorded offences, 12 months to Jun 2026 (suburb-level).

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, recorded offences, 12 months to Jun 2026. Population: ABS Census 2021 (SAL). Licensed under CC BY 3.0 AU. Dataset

Schools

In your catchment

Sussex Inlet PS

PrimaryGovernment

5.3/10

Vincentia HS

SecondaryGovernment

4.7/10

These are the government-school zones containing this suburb centroid. Specific addresses within the suburb may fall in different catchments — confirm with the school directly.