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Property Investment in Forbes, NSW

14 suburbs in Forbes council area · Population ~9,301 · 4,388 dwellings · 4,710 km²

Forbes Council Average R-Score 87 / 100 — top suburb in Forbes scores 96/100

Market conditions here are running warmer than most

Most of the demand and supply indicators we track are sitting above the national midpoint this month.

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Figures reflect Ripehouse Advisory’s monthly 27-indicator suburb bake (Sept 2026). General information only — not personal financial advice.

Top suburb in Forbes96

Highest R-Score out of 14 suburbs in Forbes

Forbes council average87

Across 2 scored suburbs in Forbes

Suburb medians in Forbes range from $65,000 to $930,000.

3-year population movement: -0.7%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 0.6% of stock (~25 dwellings). Key employment sectors: Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing (19%), Health Care and Social Assistance (12%), Retail Trade (12%), Education and Training (11%).

Typical suburb median price$355,000

Across 14 suburbs in Forbes (Sept 2026) · ~720 days on market.

Gross rental yield & rent5.4%

Median asking rent ~$380/wk · Vacancy 1.7%.

Top suburb R-Score in Forbes96/100

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Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in Forbes

Key facts and market data from the Sept 2026 Ripehouse Advisory research bake for Forbes (New South Wales).

Is Forbes (NSW) a good council area for property investment in 2026?

As of Sept 2026, Forbes (New South Wales) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 87/100 across 14 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 96/100. Across Forbes, the typical suburb median price is $355,000, median weekly rent is $380/wk, gross rental yield is 5.4%, and vacancy sits at 1.7%.

Which suburbs in Forbes have the highest R-Score right now?

In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in Forbes (NSW) are Daroobalgie (96/100, median $470,000), Bedgerabong (77/100, median $930,000). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.

What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in Forbes?

Across Forbes (NSW), the median suburb property price is $355,000, median asking rent is $380/wk, and median gross yield is 5.4%, with homes averaging 720 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in Forbes include Bedgerabong (5.9%), Daroobalgie (4.8%).

What are the demographics and size of the Forbes council area?

Forbes is a Local Government Area in New South Wales with an ABS estimated resident population of 9,301, approximately 4,388 dwellings, covering 4,710 sq km.

What are the best streets in Forbes (NSW)?

Every street across all 14 suburbs in Forbes is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.