MELTON WEST
Investor score
51
Liveability score
36
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$605,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.7%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real12.6%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.2.0%
modelled estimate
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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MELTON WEST 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
$430/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+3.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
8.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.02%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
67 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: Verified research · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
MELTON WEST is a metropolitan VIC suburb with strong 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 3.7% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 12.6% — outperforming state average
- 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
$1,462/wk
$99k taxable p.a.
Renters
26.7%
70.8% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.2%
Population growth
+4.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
52%
34% apartments
Degree qualified
34.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
19.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
430 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.3%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
38.6 km
Regional
Days on market
24 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
74.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
2 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
34.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
3,109/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 3337
🏫Primary (8)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Toolern Vale and District Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (4)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Djerriwarrh Community & Education Services - Djerriwarrh Community College
Independent · Yrs 11-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (2)
Muhammadiyah Australia College
Independent · Yrs Prep-9 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs 3-12 · Major Cities
⭐Special (1)
Government · Yrs U · Major Cities
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 crime8.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average15 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
24
/ 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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