Investing in property in Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast sits at the hub of the Wide Bay-Burnett region, situated 250 kilometres north of Brisbane between the Sunshine Coast and Bundaberg. This is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions, offering an affordable alternative for Australian property investors. The region is centred on the twin cities of Hervey Bay and Maryborough and is well connected through a direct road, rail and air access to major domestic centres.
Fraser Coast Property Investment Opportunities at a Glance
Property Market Highlights
- Solid population growth in the area
- Continued job growth through large development applications
- Strong rental returns with high demand and low supply
Infrastructure & Development Highlights
- Massive expansion in infrastructure development
- Hervey Bay CBD urban renewal at Pialba
- $96m Fraser Coast Sports Precinct
- $26m Hervey Bay Airport redevelopment
Economic Growth Highlights
- Key Industries:
- Tourism
- Construction
- Health
- The local tourism industry contributes approx. $500m and 2,500+ full-time locals jobs
- One of the fastest-growing regions in SE Queensland
Fraser Coast Location & Lifestyle:
The Fraser Coast has something for everyone – from amazing hinterlands to beautiful beaches. With a welcoming community and a supportive and innovative business network, the region provides a safe and enjoyable lifestyle where residents can live, learn, work and play through. The warm weather, quality retail facilities, accommodation options, and daily flights to metropolitan cities create an attractive package for tourists and families alike.
Fraser Coast Property Market
With solid population growth (predicted at 26 per cent over the next 19 years), continued job growth and strong rental returns, the Fraser Coast is a great option for investors looking to invest in residential property in a booming region.
Currently, Fraser Coast has a population of 101,501 people, with just under 25% of its occupants living in rental accommodations. The median rent for houses in 2022 is $450 per week and the median rental yield is 4.37%.
Fraser Coast Infrastructure & Development
A massive expansion in infrastructure development, including the Hervey Bay CBD urban renewal at Pialba, the $96m Fraser Coast Sports precinct and the $26m Hervey Bay Airport redevelopment, will contribute to the need for more skilled workers over the next 10 years. Hervey Bay also boasts some of the state’s top public and private schools, excellent health services and an efficient public transport system making it the ideal location for those looking for a stable market in which to invest.
Fraser Coast Economy
Employment opportunities abound with Hervey Bay fast becoming a tourism mecca. The local tourism industry contributes almost $500m to the local economy and directly employs more than 2,500 full-time locals. Fraser Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in SE Queensland, and while health care, social services, and property and construction have become key growth sectors for this booming area, the region continues to be a manufacturing hub for everything from trains and timber to niche products.
Invest in Fraser Coast
The Stroud Super Six range includes six homes around the 150 to 200 square metre mark that can be built for under $350,000 – making them ideal for investors. While the price point has been reduced through the reduction of luxury inclusions, our quality guarantees remain. Providing peace of mind.
Check out our selection of House and land Packages designed specifically with the Fraser Coast property investor in mind. Our house and land investment packages are full turn-key prices, available across our Super Six range of homes, located in superior estates within the Fraser Coast region.