Atlaso rates Dickson units as HOLD. Average growth outlook. Vacancy remains tight at 1.72%, but conviction is not high enough for a BUY rating. Better units options may be available in Canberra.
At $615K, Dickson ranks #37 of 63 units in Canberra. The long-term structural outlook is Weak. Prices grew 40.7% over the past year, showing strong momentum.
OPPORTUNITY ENGINE
Structural opportunity remains selective at this price level.
5 stronger-positioned units identified in Canberra.
Buyer's MarketStock rising, prices softening. Buyers have leverage.
+1.2%
Asking Prices (3mo)
-1.1%
Rents (12mo)
2.4%
Vacancy ↑
34%
Fresh Stock (<30d)
Unit Asking Prices (12 months)
$592K
Unit Weekly Rents (12 months)
$603/wk
Vacancy Rate (24 months)
--- 1.5% tight--- 3.0% loose
Listing Age (12 months)
Fresh (<30d)30-60d60-90d90-180d180d+
Data for postcode 2602.
Momentum Health
Elevated risk
73% stall probability
Dickson has been running at 40.7% growth but multiple stall indicators are present. Vacancy may be loosening, yield is compressing, or the suburb has caught up to city pricing. Consider taking partial profits.
STALL RISK73%
Suburb Profile
Dickson at a Glance
SEIFA Index
10/10
Most advantaged
Household Income
$2,337/wk
Median household
Median Age
36
Years
Mortgage Stress
21%
of income
Population Growth
+1.8%
vs state +2.9%
Ownership Mix
26.9%owned30.9%mortgage39.7%renting
Demographic Trends
Dickson Over Time
Median Household Income (Census)
Population Growth Rate (Census)
Dwelling Composition (Census)
Rental Yield History
Census data: ABS. Yield series: weekly market data.
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Atlaso rates Dickson as HOLD confidence for capital growth. In our out-of-sample testing, 90% of our STRONG BUY suburbs grew more than 8% annually. Our model analyses price trends, volume, demographics, and market conditions across Dickson and 46 Australian cities to generate this rating.
What is the median house price in Dickson?
The current median house price in Dickson, act is $615K, with annual growth of +2.6%. Properties sell in approximately 54 days.
How fast do properties sell in Dickson?
Properties in Dickson sell in 54 days on average. The market is currently rated Weak. This is slower than average, which may present opportunities for negotiation.
What is the growth outlook for Dickson?
Atlaso's model analyses 23 structural signals including price history, volume trends, yields, and vacancy to rate Dickson's growth potential. The model predicts whether a suburb is likely to outperform, not by how much. Our ratings have been validated across 46 Australian cities, with 90% of top-rated suburbs growing more than 8% a year.
What is the rental yield in Dickson?
The gross rental yield for houses in Dickson is 5.9%. This is above the national average, making it attractive for yield-focused investors.
Important: Atlaso provides general research information only and does not constitute personal financial advice, property advice, or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any property. Suburb scores, growth ratings, rental yield estimates, and market signals are based on quantitative models using historical data. They are not guarantees of future performance. Property values can fall as well as rise. You should seek independent licensed financial and property advice before making any investment decision. Atlaso Pty Ltd (ABN 84 696 036 469) is not a licensed financial adviser and does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL).