FairSquare/South Australia/Norwood
Suburb Dossier · SA · 5067

Norwood

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FairSquare's model rates Norwood, South Australia 6.8 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Norwood, just 4km from the Central Business District, represents a workhorse investment with strong capital appreciation, evident in its 8.5% price growth over the past twelve months. Exceptional tenant security is driven by an extremely low 0.8% vacancy rate and high demand in a low-supply market. This combination mitigates the impact of a 2.6% gross yield, positioning it for long-term value accumulation.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.8OUT OF 10
Median
$1.31M
house
Gross Yield
2.6%
derived
Weekly Rent
$670
3-bed median
12m Growth
+8.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Norwood

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
4km
Yield
derived from model
2.6%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$670
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.31M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive Hold
Model Tags
Balanced Market
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 Norwood a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Norwood, South Australia 6.8 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Norwood, just 4km from the Central Business District, represents a workhorse investment with strong capital appreciation, evident in its 8.5% price growth over the past twelve months. Exceptional tenant security is driven by an extremely low 0.8% vacancy rate and high demand in a low-supply market. This combination mitigates the impact of a 2.6% gross yield, positioning it for long-term value accumulation.

02

What is the median house price in Norwood?

The median house price in Norwood, SA is $1.31M. Weekly rent of $670 against a 2.6% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Norwood?

Norwood has a gross rental yield of 2.6%, with a median weekly rent of $670. 12-month price growth is tracking at +8.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Norwood suit?

Based on its market signals, Norwood aligns with: Defensive Hold.

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