DUNNEWORTHY
Investor score
48
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
$410,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
3.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
4.6%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for DUNNEWORTHY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
DUNNEWORTHY 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
$250/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+1.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.51%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
DUNNEWORTHY is a VIC suburb offering lower rental yield and steady 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 3.2% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.6%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,239/wk
$49k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.1%
71.7% owner-occupier
Median age
45.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.6%
Population growth
+1.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
9.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
8% apartments
Degree qualified
26.5%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.2 ha
Large block
Household size
2.9 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
188.4 km
Regional
Days on market
69 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
45.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
170.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
16/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 3377
🏫Primary (6)
Maroona Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
St Mary's School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Ararat West Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Moyston Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Ararat Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Ararat North Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Marian College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Ararat Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12
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
Safe2.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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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