FairSquare/New South Wales/Carlingford
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Carlingford

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FairSquare's model rates Carlingford, New South Wales 6.5 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Carlingford presents a "workhorse" investment opportunity, delivering 12.5% price growth per annum, underpinned by consistently low supply and high structural demand. This established family-centric suburb, 18 kilometres from the central business district, boasts an exceptionally tight rental market with a 1.2% vacancy rate, making it ideal for investors prioritizing long-term capital appreciation. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +12.5% puts it ahead of the broader New South Wales median.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.5OUT OF 10
Median
$1.84M
house
Gross Yield
2.3%
derived
Weekly Rent
$830
3-bed median
12m Growth
+12.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Carlingford

The median price is derived, not estimated. Every number on this page traces back to the model's proprietary yield surface — calibrated for each part of the country and resolved against distance from CBD. The price falls out of the formula.

Confidencehigh

Inputs for this suburb sit at the top of our calibration tier. The model is not guessing.

Distance
to CBD
18km
Yield
derived from model
2.3%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$830
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.84M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Growth PlayDefensive Hold
Model Tags
Momentum Building
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
Supply Pressure
Normal
Rent Trajectory
In line
Cycle Position
Hot ·
Days On Market
Cool
Clearance Rate
Active ·
Buyer Demand
Hot
Vacancy Rate
Cool ·
Rent Growth 12m
Active
Price Volatility
Hot ·
5-Year Forecast
Cool
Risk Flags
Active ·

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01Cover page with verdict & score
02In-30-seconds snapshot
03Score breakdown across 5 dimensions
04Big picture & liveability analysis
05Market cycle + 10-year forecast
06Rental story + yield scenarios
07Supply & demand pressure gauge
08Opportunity & risk register
093-play investor playbook
1012-24mo + 3-5yr outlook
112026 Budget impact analysis
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FAQ
01

Is Carlingford a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Carlingford, New South Wales 6.5 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Carlingford presents a "workhorse" investment opportunity, delivering 12.5% price growth per annum, underpinned by consistently low supply and high structural demand. This established family-centric suburb, 18 kilometres from the central business district, boasts an exceptionally tight rental market with a 1.2% vacancy rate, making it ideal for investors prioritizing long-term capital appreciation.

02

What is the median house price in Carlingford?

The median house price in Carlingford, NSW is $1.84M. Weekly rent of $830 against a 2.3% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Carlingford?

Carlingford has a gross rental yield of 2.3%, with a median weekly rent of $830. 12-month price growth is tracking at +12.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Carlingford suit?

Based on its market signals, Carlingford aligns with: Growth Play, Defensive Hold.

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