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Buxton, NSW 2571

Suburb profile: median house and unit prices, rental yield, capital growth, vacancy and demographics

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Tight Rental MarketStrong Growth

Median House

$950,000

market range $875K-$1.1M

Median Unit

$675,000

Gross Yield (houses)

3.5%

1yr Growth (houses)

+11.8%

market range +7.5% to +15.0%

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Buxton market and investor summary

In Buxton, NSW 2571, the median house sells for around $950K, on a gross rental yield of 3.5% for houses. House prices have moved +11.8% over the past year and +25.5% over three years. At 1.5% vacancy, it is a tight rental market that favours landlords.

For an investor, the rent-to-price profile sits mid-range: a gross house yield near 3.5% is neither a standout cashflow play nor a pure growth bet. Rental demand looks steady, with vacancy at 1.5% and a resident base that is not shrinking.

Living in Buxton: people, income and schools

Buxton is home to around 2,071 people, and the area has been growing steadily, up about 21% over five years. At a median age of 33, it reads as broadly working-age, and 84% of homes are owner-occupied. Owner-occupiers dominate, so stock turns over slowly and listings can be thin when you are trying to buy.

The typical household income runs to around $101,000 a year (about $1,940 a week). On socio-economic measures it ranks among the most advantaged in the country (9 out of 10 on the ABS advantage index). At current prices a median house runs to a steep 9.4 times local household income, so affordability is a genuine constraint on local buyers.

Families have 2 schools within roughly 5km to choose from, testing close to the national school average on ICSEA. Buxton sits about 76 km from the CBD. It is fairly car-dependent; the suburb scores 2 for walkability and 2 for transit out of 100. Fixed broadband is delivered over the NBN's Fibre to the Node.

Population
2,071
+21% over 5yr
Median age
33 years
Median household income
$101,000/yr
Households renting
14%
Family households
83%
Socio-economic rank
9/10
ABS advantage index
Schools within 5km
2
avg ICSEA 1011
Unemployment
2.9%
Distance to CBD
76 km
Walk score
2/100

Demographic, school and socio-economic figures are sourced from the ABS Census, SEIFA and ACARA. Property metrics reflect PropRadar's latest data.

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Frequently asked questions about Buxton

What should I check before investing in Buxton?

Buxton has enough public data for first-pass screening across yield, vacancy, price and supply signals. Capital growth of +11.8% in the past year shows strong recent price momentum. 3-year capital growth of +25.5% shows sustained momentum, not just a single-year spike. Compare those signals with nearby suburbs and individual listings before relying on the suburb-level view.

What are typical property prices in Buxton?

The median property price in Buxton, NSW 2571 is $950K for houses and $675K for units.

What rental yield does Buxton show?

The gross rental yield in Buxton is 3.5% for houses and 2.0% for units. Gross yield is calculated as annual rent divided by property price, and it doesn't account for expenses or tax.

What does recent house price growth show for Buxton?

House prices in Buxton are up 11.8% over the past year and up 25.5% over three years. Capital growth is a key driver of total investment return, so pair it with rental yield to get a full picture.

How tight is the rental market in Buxton?

The current vacancy rate in Buxton is 1.5%. A rate under 2% generally signals a tight rental market. This suburb's rental market is very tight, with landlords typically holding strong bargaining power and low rental downtime.

How many people live in Buxton?

Buxton has a population of approximately 2,071 residents, with a median age of 33.

What schools are near Buxton?

There are 2 schools within roughly 5km of Buxton. Their average ICSEA is close to the national mean of 1000. ICSEA is the ABS measure of a school community's socio-educational advantage.

Is Buxton affordable to buy in?

A median house in Buxton costs about 9.4 times the median local household income (a high multiple that makes the suburb a stretch for median local earners). The ratio compares the median house price with annual household income; it is a rough affordability gauge, not a substitute for your own borrowing assessment.

Is Buxton's population growing?

The population of Buxton has grown about 21% over the past five years, an above-average pace. Population growth feeds underlying housing demand, so it is worth weighing alongside price and yield.

How far is Buxton from the CBD?

Buxton is about 76 km from the CBD.

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