Kempsey — Houses

NEUTRAL
NSW 2440 House Rank #15 of 18 in Port Macquarie
$496K
Median House Price · recent comparable sales
DEMAND LIQUIDITY AFFORD GROWTH YIELD SUPPLY
VERDICT
NEUTRAL
DEMAND
62 buyers/listing
Strong
LIQUIDITY
79d DOM
Weak
AFFORDABILITY
30.0% vs 5yr
Weak
GROWTH OUTLOOK
Average
Neutral
YIELD
6.1%
Strong
SUPPLY PRESSURE
1.1% vacancy
Strong
#15/18 Average Structure 87 $496K

Atlaso rates Kempsey houses as HOLD. Average growth outlook. Vacancy remains tight at 1.07%, but properties take 79 days to sell, suggesting buyer caution. Better houses options may be available in Port Macquarie.

At $496K, Kempsey ranks #15 of 18 houses in Port Macquarie. The long-term structural outlook is Average. Prices grew 7.9% over the past year.

OPPORTUNITY ENGINE

Premium markets are structurally compressed at this price level.

1 alternative identified.

Kempsey Price History

All houses · monthly median sale price

Market Intelligence

What's Happening Now

Shifting to Sellers Market tightening. Act sooner rather than later.
+1.3%
Asking Prices (3mo)
+14.4%
Rents (12mo)
0.7%
Vacancy
12%
Fresh Stock (<30d)

House Asking Prices (12 months)

$861K

House Weekly Rents (12 months)

$563/wk

Vacancy Rate (24 months)

--- 1.5% tight --- 3.0% loose

Listing Age (12 months)

Fresh (<30d) 30-60d 60-90d 90-180d 180d+

Data for postcode 2440.

Suburb Profile

Kempsey at a Glance

SEIFA Index
1/10
Most disadvantaged
Household Income
$1,126/wk
Median household
Median Age
45
Years
Mortgage Stress
27%
of income
Population Growth
-0.3%
vs state +1.4%
Ownership Mix
38.1% owned 30.5% mortgage 25.6% renting

Demographic Trends

Kempsey Over Time

Median Household Income (Census)

Population Growth Rate (Census)

Dwelling Composition (Census)

Rental Yield History

Census data: ABS. Yield series: weekly market data.

Full Kempsey Analysis

Access the full structural analysis, fair value estimate, bedroom-level pricing, and supply intelligence.

3-Year Structural Outlook Strong
Conviction Level High
Fair Value Gap X.X% undervalued
3-Bed House Price $X,XXX,XXX
Gross Yield X.X%
Weekly Rent $XXX
SEIFA Decile X/10
Building Approvals XX dwellings

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kempsey a good suburb to invest in?
Atlaso rates Kempsey 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 Kempsey and 46 Australian cities to generate this rating.
What is the median house price in Kempsey?
The current median house price in Kempsey, nsw is $496K, with annual growth of +8.1%. Properties sell in approximately 79 days.
How fast do properties sell in Kempsey?
Properties in Kempsey sell in 79 days on average. The market is currently rated Average. This is slower than average, which may present opportunities for negotiation.
What is the growth outlook for Kempsey?
Atlaso's model analyses 23 structural signals including price history, volume trends, yields, and vacancy to rate Kempsey'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 Kempsey?
The gross rental yield for houses in Kempsey is 6.1%. This is above the national average, making it attractive for yield-focused investors.

Want to compare suburbs?

Check Another Suburb
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).