Canberra · 2615

Macgregor, ACT

population +9.1% (5y), 8.2%/yr capital growth.

NextSuburb scoreTier B
62Strong
Median house
$695k
5y growth
8.2%/yr
Gross yield
3.5%
Vacancy
1.4%
Stable entry · room to scaleMedium 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)8.2%/yr
    82/100
  • Population growth+9.1% (5y)
    91/100
  • Supply tightening-3.0% YoY
    65/100
  • Rental yield3.5%
    69/100
  • Rental demand1.4% vacancy
    65/100
  • Income growth+16.0% (5y)
    64/100
  • Construction pipelineno nearby pipeline
    0/100
  • Affordability54% under cap
    54/100

Why this score

Macgregor scores 62/100 (Strong). The two strongest signals: 9.1% population growth over five years and 8.2%/yr capital growth over five years. The standout watch-out: no major construction project was found within the suburb's catchment.

Drivers
  • Population growth+9.1% (5y)
  • Capital growth8.2%/yr
  • Rental yield3.5%
  • Tight rentals1.4%
Risks
  • No major construction project in this state

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60-month score history

Backfilled — live history begins May 2026
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