OFFICER
Investor score
49
Liveability score
47
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$760,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real4.1%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real4.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for OFFICER
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
OFFICER 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
$599/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+4.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.49%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: Verified research · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
OFFICER 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 4.1% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.8%
- 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
$2,123/wk
$89k taxable p.a.
Renters
26.5%
71.4% owner-occupier
Median age
31.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.0%
Population growth
+3.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
49%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
45.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
390 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.8%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
48.2 km
Regional
Days on market
27 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
75.8%
Strong demand
Walkability
8 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
29.0 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
997/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 3809
🏫Primary (7)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
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🎓Secondary (1)
Government · Yrs 7-12 · 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 crime11.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
32
/ 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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