KNOXFIELD
Investor score
51
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
$1,045,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
2.1%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
4.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for KNOXFIELD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
KNOXFIELD 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
$421/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+3.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.10%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
56 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
KNOXFIELD 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 2.1% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.9%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,762/wk
$82k taxable p.a.
Renters
22.3%
73.6% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.8%
Population growth
+2.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
73%
22% apartments
Degree qualified
36.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
29.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
620 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.8%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
26.4 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
22 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
65.8%
Strong demand
Walkability
57 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
23.8 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
HFCFast — fibre to node + coaxial
Population density
1,533/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 3180
🏫Primary (2)
Knox Park Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Darrang Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Fairhills High School
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
Safe3.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average3 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
29
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
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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