EPPING DC
Investor score
58
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
$736,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
2.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
5.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for EPPING DC
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
EPPING DC 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
$361/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.27%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
47 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
EPPING DC is a metropolitan VIC suburb with steady 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 2.5% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.0%
- 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
$1,671/wk
$74k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.4%
67.8% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.0%
Population growth
+1.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
73%
21% apartments
Degree qualified
49.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
390 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
8.0%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
19.6 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
37 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
64.9%
Balanced market
Walkability
62 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
16.0 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
2,115/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 3076
🏫Primary (6)
St Peter's School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Harvest Home Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Epping Views Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Epping Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Meadowglen Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (4)
St Monica's College - Davisson Street
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Y Community School
Independent · Yrs 10-12
Lalor North Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12
Epping Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Al Siraat 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 crime15.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average11 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
48
/ 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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