MELBOURNE AIRPORT
Investor score
55
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
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no recent data
Rent yield
3.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
3.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
2.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MELBOURNE AIRPORT
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MELBOURNE AIRPORT 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
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DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.63%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
47 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
MELBOURNE AIRPORT is a metropolitan VIC suburb with steady capital growth momentum and moderate rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro VIC suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.9% with stable tenant demand
- 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 2022–23Renters
36.1%
58.1% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.6%
Population growth
+1.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
26.7%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
62%
22% apartments
Degree qualified
50.2%
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
5.8%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
19.1 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
38 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
65.7%
Strong demand
Walkability
12 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
13.6 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
2,094/km²
Dense urban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime24.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: 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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