DELAHEY
Investor score
59
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
$895,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
2.1%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-0.6%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for DELAHEY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
DELAHEY 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
$370/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
0.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.72%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
48 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
DELAHEY is a metropolitan VIC suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro VIC suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.1% 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
$2,047/wk
$75k taxable p.a.
Renters
18.2%
78.7% owner-occupier
Median age
36.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.6%
Population growth
+1.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
16.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
64%
20% apartments
Degree qualified
46.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
22.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
480 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
7.1%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
19.4 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
34 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
64.3%
Balanced market
Walkability
38 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
14.8 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
2,030/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 3037
🏫Primary (6)
Emmaus Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Cana Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Taylors Hill Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Parkwood Green Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Sydenham Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mackellar Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Catholic Regional College Sydenham
Catholic · Yrs 11-12
Copperfield College
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Gilson College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
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 crime8.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
47
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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