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Goolwa Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Goolwa, SA 5214 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2024 Rent 2021
Median House Price
$287,000
2024 data · estimate
Gross Rental Yield
4.5%
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Weekly Rent
$250
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Renter Demand
33%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
1.2%
Low — tight market
Population
2,558
Suburb residents
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📍 Suburb Overview

State SA
Postcode 5214
Median house price $287,000
Median unit price —
Weekly rent (median) $250/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 4.5% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 32.6%
Vacancy rate 1.22%
Population 2,558
Median household income $41,080/yr
Owner-occupied 67.4%
Median age 67 yrs
Total dwellings 917

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Moderate reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 29

Goolwa shows around-average reported crime compared with other SA suburbs, based on 2025 state police data.

Source: SA police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2024 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

✅ Low vacancy (1.2%) — tight rental market
⚠️ Price is an estimate — limited recent transaction data available
⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market
🔵 Moderate reported crime (29 incidents/1,000 residents) — SA reported data 2025
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Price History

Source: SA_ABS_Projected. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 2
Primary 1
Secondary 1
Schools in Goolwa
Goolwa Primary School Primary · Government
Goolwa Secondary College Secondary · Government
Goolwa Children's Centre Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🔄 Compare & Explore

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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $287,000
Deposit (20%) $57,400
Loan (80% LVR) $229,600
Weekly rent $250/wk
Annual rent income $13,000/yr
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Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goolwa a good suburb to invest in?

Goolwa has an average renter proportion and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Goolwa?

The median house price in Goolwa is approximately $287,000 based on 2024 public data (estimate — limited transaction evidence available).

What is the rental yield in Goolwa?

The indicative gross rental yield in Goolwa is 4.5%, based on a median weekly rent of $250 against a median price of $287,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Goolwa compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Goolwa against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Goolwa a safe suburb?

Goolwa shows around-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in SA, based on 2025 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Goolwa?

Goolwa has 3 known schools, including Goolwa Primary School, Goolwa Secondary College, Goolwa Children's Centre. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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