City of Shellharbour
Population
76,271
City of Shellharbour is a Local Government Area in Australia comprising 21 suburbs with a population of 76,271 residents. For property investors analysing City of Shellharbour capital growth potential, this council area ranks in the top 54% of Australian LGAs for investment opportunity based on our proprietary scoring algorithm.
The current median house price in City of Shellharbour is approximately $926K, making it accessible for investors seeking balanced growth and yield. City of Shellharbour property investment fundamentals show emerging signals, supported by positive population growth trends.
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 46% of all LGAs
Key Market Indicators
Poor New Projects Upcoming
Project Score
High New Home Construction
Supply Score
Low Opportunity
Opportunity Score
Investment Outlook
This area shows moderate growth potential with mixed indicators across key market factors. Consider evaluating specific factors before investing.
Em
Employment Diveristy
Retail Trade - 18.00%
Health Care and Social Assistance - 17.00%
Education and Training - 12.00%
Construction - 10.00%
Others - 43.00%
Commute Time
21mins
11kms
Common Transport Methods
Income Growth
Average Income
21 Suburbs in City of Shellharbour
Ordered by Best Projected Short Term Growth (Green = Buying window)
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City of Shellharbour Property Investment FAQs
Is City of Shellharbour a good area for property investment in 2026?▼
City of Shellharbour ranks in the top 54% of all Australian Local Government Areas for property investment potential. While City of Shellharbour 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 City of Shellharbour?▼
The current median house price across City of Shellharbour is approximately $926K. This median price reflects sales data from properties across all 21 suburbs within the Local Government Area. This price range positions City of Shellharbour as a mid-market investment destination, balancing capital growth potential with reasonable entry costs for property investors.
What are the best suburbs to invest in City of Shellharbour?▼
City of Shellharbour contains 21 suburbs, each with unique investment characteristics and suburb scores. The best suburbs for investment within City of Shellharbour 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 21 suburbs in City of Shellharbour 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 City of Shellharbour?▼
City of Shellharbour's capital growth outlook is variable based on current market indicators. Capital growth in City of Shellharbour 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 City of Shellharbour?▼
City of Shellharbour has a population of approximately 76,271 residents across its 21 suburbs. Population growth is a key indicator for property investment as it drives housing demand. Monitor population trends in City of Shellharbour as part of your investment research to understand future housing demand.
How many suburbs are in City of Shellharbour council area?▼
City of Shellharbour Local Government Area contains 21 suburbs. Each suburb has its own property market dynamics, median prices, and investment potential. When investing in City of Shellharbour, 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 21 suburbs to help you identify the best investment opportunities within City of Shellharbour.
