PETERBOROUGH
Investor score
52
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
$790,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
1.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
7.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.1%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PETERBOROUGH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PETERBOROUGH 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
$275/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+3.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.69%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
52 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
PETERBOROUGH is a VIC suburb offering lower rental yield and strong price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 1.8% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.0% — 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
$1,383/wk
$47k taxable p.a.
Renters
17.5%
78.1% owner-occupier
Median age
54.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.1%
Population growth
+1.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
19.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
18.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.5 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
202.8 km
Regional
Days on market
51 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
42.7%
Buyer's market
Walkability
11 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
68.0 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
15/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime12.4 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
13
/ 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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