Atlaso rates Rutherford units as HOLD. Average growth outlook. Vacancy remains tight at 1.3%, but conviction is not high enough for a BUY rating. Better units options may be available in Newcastle.
At $565K, Rutherford ranks #27 of 35 units in Newcastle. The long-term structural outlook is Average. Prices grew 24.7% over the past year, showing strong momentum.
OPPORTUNITY ENGINE
Structural opportunity remains selective at this price level.
5 stronger-positioned units identified in Newcastle.
Shifting to BuyersEarly signs of easing. Monitor for entry.
+0.3%
Asking Prices (3mo)
-5.3%
Rents (12mo)
1.1%
Vacancy ↑
36%
Fresh Stock (<30d)
Unit Asking Prices (12 months)
$412K
Unit Weekly Rents (12 months)
$550/wk
Vacancy Rate (24 months)
--- 1.5% tight--- 3.0% loose
Listing Age (12 months)
Fresh (<30d)30-60d60-90d90-180d180d+
Data for postcode 2320.
Momentum Health
Monitor
47% stall probability
Rutherford is growing at 24.7% annually but early warning signals are appearing. Watch for vacancy loosening or yield compression over the next quarter.
STALL RISK47%
Suburb Profile
Rutherford at a Glance
SEIFA Index
5/10
Average
Household Income
$1,807/wk
Median household
Median Age
37
Years
Mortgage Stress
24%
of income
Population Growth
+4.9%
vs state +1.4%
Ownership Mix
23.7%owned44.2%mortgage29.6%renting
Demographic Trends
Rutherford Over Time
Median Household Income (Census)
Population Growth Rate (Census)
Dwelling Composition (Census)
Rental Yield History
Census data: ABS. Yield series: weekly market data.
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3-Year Structural OutlookStrong
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Gross YieldX.X%
Weekly Rent$XXX
SEIFA DecileX/10
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Atlaso rates Rutherford 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 Rutherford and 46 Australian cities to generate this rating.
What is the median house price in Rutherford?
The current median house price in Rutherford, nsw is $565K, with annual growth of +9.9%. Properties sell in approximately 28 days.
How fast do properties sell in Rutherford?
Properties in Rutherford sell in 28 days on average. The market is currently rated Average. This is in line with the broader market.
What is the growth outlook for Rutherford?
Atlaso's model analyses 23 structural signals including price history, volume trends, yields, and vacancy to rate Rutherford'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 Rutherford?
The gross rental yield for houses in Rutherford is 4.2%. 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).