BLACKWOOD
Investor score
47
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
$835,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
2.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-5.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BLACKWOOD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BLACKWOOD shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
Median rent
$350/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-1.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.28%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
46 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
BLACKWOOD is a VIC suburb offering lower rental yield and moderate price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 2.2% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,537/wk
$34k taxable p.a.
Renters
10.3%
86.2% owner-occupier
Median age
53.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.2%
Population growth
+0.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
79%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
17.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.6 ha
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.1%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
70.3 km
Regional
Days on market
48 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
37.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
65.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
98/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 3458
🏫Primary (1)
Trentham District Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime8.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Above average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
17
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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