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Croydon

5008 · SA · Metro · Data updated May 2026
78
Good Signal
out of 100
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Rental Yield
5.5%
12m Growth
+11.4%
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What the data says about Croydon

Croydon shows solid investment fundamentals worth investigating further. With a vacancy rate of just 0.7%, rental properties in Croydon are being absorbed rapidly by tenants — a clear signal of demand significantly exceeding supply. Days on market at 21 days suggest reasonable market activity.

Property values have grown 11.4% over the past 12 months, reflecting genuine market momentum and strong buyer competition. With a rental yield of 5.5%, income returns are above the national average. New dwelling approvals in the area have increased, which may moderate price growth as additional supply enters the market.

PropTime's composite model scores Croydon at 78/100, indicating good signal fundamentals with some factors to monitor.

15-factor analysis

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Vacancy Rate
0.7%
9/10
Rental Yield
5.5%
8/10
Price Growth 12m
+11.4%
9/10
Days on Market
21 days
8/10
Population Growth
2.2%
8/10
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Investment profile for Croydon

78
Growth score
Capital appreciation outlook
80
Cashflow score
Rental income strength
78
Overall score
Combined investment signal

Croydon is particularly suited to cashflow-focused investors. The 5.5% rental yield is above the national average, offering solid income potential.

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Frequently asked questions about Croydon

Is Croydon a good place to invest in property?

Based on PropTime's analysis of 15 demand and supply indicators, Croydon scores 78/100 — a Good Signal signal. Key indicators include a 0.7% vacancy rate, 5.5% rental yield, and 11.4% price growth over the past 12 months. Create a free PropTime account to see the complete 15-factor breakdown and cashflow calculator pre-filled with Croydon data.

What is the vacancy rate in Croydon?

The current vacancy rate in Croydon is 0.7%. This is below 1%, indicating very tight rental demand. Properties are being leased quickly and tenants are competing for available rentals.

What is the rental yield in Croydon?

The gross rental yield in Croydon is 5.5%. The Australian national average is approximately 4.5%, so Croydon is above average — a positive sign for cashflow investors. Use PropTime's free cashflow calculator to model the full weekly cashflow for Croydon.

What is the property outlook for Croydon?

PropTime's composite model scores Croydon at 78/100 as of May 2026. Strong price growth of 11.4% over the past 12 months suggests positive momentum. Create a free PropTime account to access the full 15-factor analysis for Croydon.

How does Croydon compare to similar suburbs?

Croydon scores 78/100 on PropTime. Similar suburbs by score include Morphett Vale, Tea Tree Gully, Gawler, all within the same SA market.

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