Area of Forbes
Population
9,319
Area of Forbes is a Local Government Area in Australia comprising 14 suburbs with a population of 9,319 residents. For property investors analysing Area of Forbes capital growth potential, this council area ranks in the top 71% of Australian LGAs for investment opportunity based on our proprietary scoring algorithm.
The current median house price in Area of Forbes is approximately $415K, making it an affordable entry point for first-time investors. Area of Forbes property investment fundamentals show emerging signals.
Growth Performance Prediction
Since 2015, the Picki High Performance Growth algorithm has been selecting the best places to invest across Australia. Over that time it has been responsible for selecting over 400 million dollars worth of properties for property investors and has generated 110% higher capital growth when compared to the average.
Overall Growth Potential
Outperforms 29% of all LGAs
Key Market Indicators
High New Home Construction
Supply Score
Poor Population Forecasts
Population Score
Poor New Projects Upcoming
Project Score
Investment Outlook
This area shows limited growth indicators. Careful evaluation of market conditions and individual factors is recommended before considering investment.
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Employment Diveristy
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing - 19.00%
Retail Trade - 12.00%
Health Care and Social Assistance - 12.00%
Education and Training - 11.00%
Others - 46.00%
Commute Time
183mins
96kms
Common Transport Methods
Income Growth
Average Income
14 Suburbs in Area of Forbes
Ordered by Best Projected Short Term Growth (Green = Buying window)
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Area of Forbes Property Investment FAQs
Is Area of Forbes a good area for property investment in 2026?▼
Area of Forbes ranks in the top 71% of all Australian Local Government Areas for property investment potential. While Area of Forbes currently shows emerging investment signals, there may be specific suburbs within the LGA that outperform the broader area. We recommend analysing individual suburb scores to identify potential opportunities for property growth.
What is the median house price in Area of Forbes?▼
The current median house price across Area of Forbes is approximately $415K. This median price reflects sales data from properties across all 14 suburbs within the Local Government Area. At this price point, Area of Forbes represents an affordable entry into the Australian property market, potentially offering higher rental yields and cash flow positive opportunities.
What are the best suburbs to invest in Area of Forbes?▼
Area of Forbes contains 14 suburbs, each with unique investment characteristics and suburb scores. The best suburbs for investment within Area of Forbes depend on your investment strategy - whether you're seeking capital growth, rental yield, or a balanced approach. Use our suburb analysis tools to compare all 14 suburbs in Area of Forbes ranked by our proprietary suburb score, which factors in price growth trends, rental yields, vacancy rates, and demographic indicators.
What is the capital growth outlook for Area of Forbes?▼
Area of Forbes's capital growth outlook is variable based on current market indicators. Capital growth in Area of Forbes may be uneven across different suburbs. We recommend targeting specific suburbs with strong individual metrics rather than relying on LGA-wide trends.
What is the population of Area of Forbes?▼
Area of Forbes has a population of approximately 9,319 residents across its 14 suburbs. Population growth is a key indicator for property investment as it drives housing demand. Monitor population trends in Area of Forbes as part of your investment research to understand future housing demand.
How many suburbs are in Area of Forbes council area?▼
Area of Forbes Local Government Area contains 14 suburbs. Each suburb has its own property market dynamics, median prices, and investment potential. When investing in Area of Forbes, it's important to analyse individual suburbs rather than relying solely on LGA-level data. Our platform provides detailed suburb scores and analytics for all 14 suburbs to help you identify the best investment opportunities within Area of Forbes.
