DENNINGTON
Investor score
47
Liveability score
52
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
Real$620,900
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
Real2.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real1.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.2.5%
modelled estimate
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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
DENNINGTON 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.
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Median rent
$295/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.86%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
55 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
DENNINGTON 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 2.5% 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
$1,401/wk
$49k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.1%
67.8% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+1.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
84%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
14.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.2 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.8%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
225.9 km
Regional
Days on market
42 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
40.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
89 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
106.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
125/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 3280
🏫Primary (8)
Our Lady Help of Christians School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Warrnambool East Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Warrnambool West Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
🎓Secondary (3)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
📚Combined (1)
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
⭐Special (1)
Government · Yrs U · Inner Regional
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
Moderate6.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average13 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
4
/ 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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