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St Johns Park

NSW 2176LGA: City of Fairfield

Investment Score

74

/100

AI Intelligence Summary

St Johns Park is a diverse residential suburb in South Western Sydney, located within the Fairfield City Council area. The suburb is characterized by its strong multicultural community, affordable housing options, and strategic location with excellent connectivity to major motorways including the M5 and M7. The area features a mix of established homes and newer developments, making it particularly attractive to first home buyers and growing families. With several primary schools, parks, and recreational facilities, St Johns Park offers a family-friendly environment with strong community networks. The suburb benefits from proximity to Fairfield CBD for shopping and services, while maintaining its residential character. Property market trends show moderate growth in line with Western Sydney patterns, with strong rental demand due to its accessibility to employment hubs. The area is part of the Greater Western Sydney growth corridor, positioning it well for future infrastructure improvements and development opportunities.

Strengths

  • Excellent transport connectivity via M5 and M7 motorways
  • Affordable housing options for first home buyers
  • Strong multicultural community with established networks
  • Proximity to Fairfield CBD and Liverpool

Opportunities

  • Western Sydney infrastructure development
  • Population growth driving demand
  • Potential for medium-density development
  • Improving transport connections

Considerations

  • Limited direct rail connectivity
  • Dependence on road transport
  • Distance from Sydney CBD
  • Limited high-end retail and dining options

Property Market

Median House

$785K

+6.2% 1yr

Median Unit

$520K

+5.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$680K

Rent (House)

$720/wk

Rent (Unit)

$540/wk

Days on Market

42

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

Auction Clearance

68.0%

Price Growth

Type1 Year3 Year5 Year
House+6.2%+18.5%+32.8%
Unit+5.8%+16.2%+28.4%

Rental Yields

House Yield

4.8%

Unit Yield

5.4%

Townhouse Yield

5.0%

Investment Scorecard

Overall Investment Score74/100
Growth Potential76/100
Cashflow Score78/100
Risk Score (lower = safer)68/100
Affordability Index72/100

Demand/Supply Ratio: 1.40

Demand exceeds supply — favourable for sellers

Tax & Financial Intelligence

CPA-grade analysis for St Johns Park at median house price

Standard transfer
$29,855
First Home Buyer
Exempt

Save $29,855

Foreign buyer surcharge
$62,800

+8% surcharge

Annual rent income
$37,440

$720/wk

Interest (80% LVR @ 6.5%)
-$40,820
Other expenses (~2.5%)
-$19,625
Net rental position
-$23,005

Negatively geared

Tax benefit (39% MTR)
+$8,972

Reduces taxable income

After-tax holding cost
$14,033/yr

~$270/week

Based on 6.6% p.a. growth (from 5-year trend), 50% CGT discount, 39% MTR

5-Year Hold

Est. value
$1.08M
Capital gain
$259,771
After discount
$129,886
CGT payable
$50,655

10-Year Hold

Est. value
$1.48M
Capital gain
$663,096
After discount
$331,548
CGT payable
$129,304

Investor Quick Summary

Entry cost (stamp duty)

$29,855

After-tax yield

2.93%

Weekly holding cost

$270/wk

10yr CGT (est.)

$129,304

Estimates based on FY2025 NSW rates at median house price. Assumes 80% LVR, 6.5% interest rate, 39% marginal tax rate ($135K-$190K bracket). Individual circumstances vary. This is general information only and not personal financial advice. Consult your CPA before making investment decisions. Local Knowledge Pty Ltd — Registered Tax Agent.

Demographics

Population

4,200

Median Age

34

Median Income

$68K

per annum

Family Households

68.0%

Professionals

32.0%

University Educated

28.0%

Unemployment

6.2%

Born Overseas

52.0%

Dwelling Mix

Houses: 72%Units: 22%Townhouses: 6%Total: 1,680

Lifestyle & Community

Walkability65/100
Public Transport6/10
Schools Rating7/10
Safety7/10
Family Friendly8/10
Cafes & Restaurants

12

Parks

8

Hospitals

2

Distance to CBD

32.0 km

Nearest Station: Fairfield Station

Family-friendly suburban living with parks, schools, and community facilities

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Data sourced from multiple sources. Last updated 29 March 2026.

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