Suburb Data with Damien & Jeremy

Episode 27 challenges the idea that certain suburbs or properties are inherently investment grade. We test the claim against long term data and show that affluent areas, premium streets and expensive properties do not consistently outperform cheaper markets over time.
The episode also examines risk and yield, finding that so called investment grade markets can be more volatile, offer lower rental returns and concentrate more capital into a single asset.
The takeaway is simple. Features such as prestige, lifestyle appeal and street quality may influence price, but they do not guarantee superior growth. What matters most is supply, demand and choosing the right market at the right time.
Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction00:48 - Fake expert definition of "investment grade"02:05 - Investors definition02:33 - Example of investment grade according to fake experts03:38 - True investment grade market06:27 - Capital growth measurements - N. Sydney vs Mt. Druitt10:57 - Example of investment grade vs low socioeconomic area12:12 - Example of low socioeconomic area vs investment grade area12:48 - Example of opposite types of areas - Adelaide13:28 - Two features of a true investment grade property16:12 - Yield17:17 - Max as % of median20:42 - Price variability22:00 - Millionaires & Bogans24:07 - Conclusion
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In Episode 58, Damien and Jeremy break down the latest July market data across Australia and examine where conditions are strengthening, slowing or beginning to shift.
They compare houses and units across the capital cities using DSR, market cycle timing, stock on market, days on market, yields and recent price movements, with Darwin continuing to stand out while Perth remains strong but further through its growth cycle. The episode also looks at rising stock levels, softer buyer sentiment and why units are currently holding up better than houses in several markets.
The discussion highlights the importance of looking beyond national headlines, with some markets cooling while others still offer strong demand, affordability and growth potential.
The takeaway is simple. Property conditions are becoming more mixed, so investors need to focus on the individual market, the data and their own time horizon rather than assuming the whole country is moving in the same direction.
Houses - Stock on Market:
https://research.suburbdata.com.au/shared/96AE32744A615D3E22AF5E316EE67D8C
Houses – Days on Market:
https://research.suburbdata.com.au/shared/A23CDAD72DB6E3BA002639C063C1F2EB
Units - Stock on Market:
https://research.suburbdata.com.au/shared/D1A44293D6DFF5E74B1AB2780C84100B
Units – Days on Market:
https://research.suburbdata.com.au/shared/CCBDFA335B1396660CB46F83F0276BF0
Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction00:55 - Capital cities: House markets03:45 - Capital city house markets: 1 month change05:47 - Houses - Stock on market (monthly change)08:16 - Houses - Days on market09:49 - Houses - Market cycle timing: 12 month change14:17 - Capital cities: Unit markets17:36 - Capital city unit markets: 1 month change19:00 - Units - Stock on market19:58 - Units - Days on market20:30 - Units - Market cycle timing: 12 month change21:16 - Key takeaways
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• The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation.• It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer.• We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and are not authorised to provide financial services.• Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

Episode 26 exposes how demographic data can be misinterpreted when investors confuse supply with demand. We explain why a suburb containing mostly houses does not automatically mean houses are the most sought after property type, and why the same mistake is often made with family demographics.
The episode shows how vacancy rates and stock on market provide a more useful and current view of where demand actually exceeds supply.
The takeaway is simple. Do not assume that what already exists is what buyers and renters want most. Measure demand directly and use a broad range of current data before choosing what to buy.
Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction00:43 - Golden Rule #1 Supply and demand01:05 - What does "80% houses" tell you?05:34 - Family type07:33 - So, what are we looking for then?08:55 - Conclusion
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• The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation.• It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer.• We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and are not authorised to provide financial services.• Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

Episode 25 challenges the belief that investors should prioritise high yield and cash flow positive property. We explain why capital growth has a much greater impact on long term wealth, how stronger growth can also lift rents over time, and why targeting unusually high yields can eliminate most of the property market from consideration.
The episode also explores when yield should matter more, including retirement and serviceability constraints, and why investors should only chase as much yield as their circumstances require.
The takeaway is simple. Yield helps you hold property, but capital growth is what builds wealth.
Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction00:52 - Growth > Cashflow01:59 - Growth vs Yield04:10 - 12 Month capital growth vs rent growth11:25 - Jeremy’s story15:11 - When yield is OK16:24 - Gross rental yield23:22 - Conclusion
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• The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation.• It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer.• We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and are not authorised to provide financial services.• Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

Episode 24 challenges the claim that rent money is dead money. We compare owning a home with rentvesting and show why renting where you want to live while investing in a stronger growth market can produce a better financial result.
The episode explores tax deductions, mortgage interest, hidden ownership costs and the opportunity cost of buying in a location that suits your lifestyle but may deliver weaker capital growth. We also examine the benefits of home ownership, including stability, control and the main residence capital gains tax exemption.
The takeaway is simple. Rent is not wasted money when it gives you the flexibility to invest where the strongest opportunities are.
 
Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction00:52 - What "Rent" actually buys04:42 - Tax efficiencies05:21 - Hidden costs07:07 - Same timeframe. Different outcomes.14:22 - Is it worth it?18:40 - Conclusion
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Episode 23 challenges the common advice to simply save for a property deposit. Instead, we argue that while disciplined saving matters, leaving money in the bank can slow progress and delay entry into the market. The episode explores a more active path by building capital through share investing first, then using that time to learn how property works, how leverage changes outcomes, and how to spot the marketing traps that catch new investors before they buy their first property. We also compare shares and property as wealth building tools, looking at leverage, control, risk, liquidity and the reality of long term returns. The takeaway is simple. Do not just save for a deposit. Build your cash flow, invest with purpose, and use the journey to develop the knowledge and discipline that will put you in a stronger position when it is time to buy property.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Introduction
00:32 - Step 1: Control your cashflow
00:53 - Step 2: Learn share investing before property
02:23 - Step 3: Learn property while you wait
08:14 - Leverage changes outcomes
10:55 - Control is the advantage
13:31 - Beating the benchmark
17:13 - Risk looks different
19:13 - Barriers to entry
20:29 - The ROI reality
27:24 - Damien’s rules
29:46 - Conclusion
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DISCLAIMER:Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
 
• The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation.• It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer.• We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and are not authorised to provide financial services.• Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

In episode 57, We break down the latest June 2026 market data across the Australian property landscape, focusing on what is actually changing and what still looks largely the same. We walk through the capital cities for both houses and units, covering shifts in values, DSR, market cycle timing, stock on market, days on market, vacancy rates and rental growth. The episode highlights the continued strength in markets such as Darwin and Perth, the tighter rental conditions still affecting much of the country, and why short term noise should not distract investors from the broader data.
The discussion also explores how to interpret conflicting signals, why only the DSR should be used for an overview, and what current conditions may mean for different investment strategies, including longer term holds, diversification and renovation plays. If you want a practical, data led snapshot of where the market sits right now and how to think through the next few months, this episode is a strong place to start.
 
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – Introduction00:38 – Capital Cities: House Markets07:44 – Capital Cities: House Markets—One-Month Change08:35 – Houses: Stock on Market11:20 – Houses: Days on Market11:53 – Houses: Six-Month Vacancy Rate12:13 – Capital Cities: Unit Markets17:04 – Capital Cities: Unit Markets—One-Month Change17:42 – Units: Stock on Market18:28 – Units: Days on Market18:52 – Units: Six-Month Vacancy Rate19:37 – Key Takeaways
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In episode 56, Damien and Jeremy answer listener questions on some of the most common issues facing property investors right now, including affordability, capital growth, market cycle timing, yield trends and when it may or may not make sense to sell. They cover how to think about cheap versus expensive markets, explain why a low market cycle timing score does not automatically mean sell, and show how metrics like vacancy rates, stock on market and land to asset ratio cannot be read in isolation but need to be combined in an algorithm. The episode also explores whether greenfield estates, new housing areas and lower priced markets really offer a better path to growth.
The conversation is practical and data led, with real examples used to explain opportunity cost, reallocation of equity, holding versus rotating into a stronger market, and how to judge whether a market still has room to run. If you want clear answers to the questions investors are actually asking, and a better framework for thinking through your next move, this episode is a valuable listen.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:37 - Question 01
05:31 - Question 02
09:53 - Question 03
15:35 - Question 04
21:13 - Question 05
30:26 - Question 06
32:00 - Question 07
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Episode 22 examines the claim that investors need to adapt their strategy every time the market changes. We show that while market conditions can affect timing and decision making, they do not change the core principles of successful investing.
Using long term capital city data, the episode highlights that there is almost always a market booming somewhere in Australia, even when others are flat or slowing. The real question is not whether the rules have changed, but whether your money is still in the best place.
We also break down the practical options when a market begins to level out, including holding, refinancing or selling and reallocating equity into a stronger location.
The takeaway is simple. You do not need a new strategy for every phase of the cycle. You need a clear plan, the discipline to follow it, and the ability to recognise when it is time to move on to a better market.
 
Episode Highlights:00:00 - Introduction02:42 - Fake experts pushing a change agenda05:10 - A common expert claim06:13 - A professional’s patch09:44 - Major city booms (30 years)13:33 - When the market peaks?18:05 - Conclusion
 
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In Episode 55, Damien and Jeremy unpack what the latest Suburb Data figures are showing across the Australian property market. They walk through the capital cities for both houses and units, covering changes in values, DSR scores, market cycle timing, stock on market, days on market, vacancy rates and rental growth.
The discussion highlights the strongest markets, the ones beginning to improve, and how the proposed federal tax changes may start flowing through the data over the coming months.
The episode also looks at what these trends could mean for investors and owner occupiers, including why yields, affordability and price point matter more than ever in the current environment. From the continued strength in Perth and Darwin to the emerging signs of improvement in parts of Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra, this is a practical snapshot of where the market stands right now and what may come next.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Introduction
00:53 - Capital cities: House markets overall
06:41 -Capital cities: House markets typical value
08:21 - Houses - Stock on market %
10:31 - Houses - Days on market
11:13 - Vacancy rate
13:56 - Houses - Rental growth
14:35 - Capital cities: Unit markets
16:35 - Capital cities: Unit markets typical value
17:12 - Units - Stock on market %
17:56 - Units - Days on market
18:26 - Units - Vacancy
18:56 - Units - Rental growth
20:11 - Key takeaways
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