Canberra · 2617

Bruce, ACT

population +9.1% (5y), 6.8%/yr capital growth.

NextSuburb scoreTier C
54Average
Median house
$945k
5y growth
6.8%/yr
Gross yield
2.4%
Vacancy
1.4%
Growth-led, low cashflowHigh confidence
Last updated May 2026Next refresh 3 June 2026Informational only — not financial advice

Eight-signal breakdown

Each signal scored 0–100 against the national distribution. Bars reflect how this suburb sits across the index.

  • Capital growth (5y)6.8%/yr
    68/100
  • Population growth+9.1% (5y)
    91/100
  • Supply tightening-3.0% YoY
    65/100
  • Rental yield2.4%
    47/100
  • Rental demand1.4% vacancy
    65/100
  • Income growth+16.0% (5y)
    64/100
  • Construction pipelineno nearby pipeline
    0/100
  • Affordability37% under cap
    37/100

Why this score

Bruce scores 54/100 (Average). The two strongest signals: 9.1% population growth over five years and 6.8%/yr capital growth over five years. The standout watch-out: gross yield of 2.4% leaves modest cashflow.

Drivers
  • Population growth+9.1% (5y)
  • Capital growth6.8%/yr
  • Tight rentals1.4%
  • Supply tightening-3.0% YoY
Risks
  • Thin gross yield (2.4%)
  • No major construction project in this state

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60-month score history

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