Happy Valley Property Investment Overview

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

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2021
Median House Price
$909,750
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
Insufficient data
Weekly Rent
$360
Renter Demand
24%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
0.5%
Low — tight market
Population
11,420
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State SA
Postcode
Median house price $909,750
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $360/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield
Renter % 23.8%
Vacancy rate 0.54%
Population 11,420
Median household income $81,796/yr
Owner-occupied 76.2%
Median age 42 yrs
Total dwellings 1,985

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Lower reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 18

Happy Valley shows below-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: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (0.5%) — tight rental market
ℹ️ Low renter proportion (24%) — owner-occupier suburb
⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market
Lower reported crime (18 incidents/1,000 residents) — SA reported data 2025
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Price History

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

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 2
Primary 2
Secondary 0
Schools in Happy Valley
Braeview School Primary · Government
Happy Valley Primary School Primary · Government
Chandlers Hill Kindergarten Other · Government
Happy Valley Kindergarten Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $909,750
Deposit (20%) $181,950
Loan (80% LVR) $727,800
Weekly rent $360/wk
Annual rent income $18,720/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Happy Valley a good suburb to invest in?

Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley?

The median house price in Happy Valley is approximately $909,750 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in Happy Valley?

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How does Happy Valley compare to other suburbs?

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

Is Happy Valley a safe suburb?

Happy Valley shows below-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in SA, based on 2025 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Happy Valley?

Happy Valley has 4 known schools, including Braeview School, Happy Valley Primary School, Chandlers Hill Kindergarten, Happy Valley Kindergarten. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?

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General information only. PropertyScoutAU provides suburb-level research data from government public sources. All figures are indicative medians and may not reflect current market conditions or individual property values. This is not financial, investment, legal or tax advice. Always verify independently and consult qualified professionals before making any property decision. About our data →