Can you afford to invest in Bateau Bay, NSW?
Enter your deposit and household income to compare your estimated max purchase against current suburb medians.
Median house
$1,052,000
Median unit
$680,000
Gross yield
3.7%
5yr growth
6.0%
Source: Government Data, SQM Research Weekly Rents. Last updated: 1 Aug 2026.
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Cash available for deposit and buying costs.
Before-tax income for the household.
Assumptions
One applicant, no HECS, credit-card, BNPL, car-loan, personal-loan or existing-mortgage debt, and $3,500 in monthly living expenses.
The borrowing calculator is assessed at 9.5%, including the APRA 3% buffer.
Estimated max purchase
$890,000
Borrowing capacity B
$770,000
Deposit cap
$1,000,000
Math: max purchase is the lower of B + deposit ($890,000) and deposit / 12% ($1,000,000), allowing for an 88% LVR plus roughly 4% buying costs.
Bateau Bay houses
Not yet — gap $109,400
Median
$1,052,000
Stretch mark
$999,400
Bateau Bay units
Yes, comfortably
Median
$680,000
Stretch mark
$646,000
Suburb context
Bateau Bay records a gross rental yield of 3.7%. Its five-year annual growth field is 6.0% p.a. That points to a growth-led affordability check, where the entry price and deposit hurdle matter most.
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Read the Bateau Bay guideImportant: This tool provides general information only and does not constitute personal financial advice. Borrowing capacity estimates are based on simplified assumptions using APRA serviceability assessment methodology with a 3% interest rate buffer. Your actual borrowing capacity will depend on your complete financial situation, credit history and individual lender policies. All figures are estimates only. Consult a licensed mortgage broker or financial adviser before making property investment decisions.