PORTSEA
Investor score
49
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
$3,585,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
0.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
7.5%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PORTSEA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PORTSEA 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
$539/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.75%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
47 / 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
PORTSEA 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 0.8% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.5% — outperforming state average
- 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
$2,470/wk
$46k taxable p.a.
Renters
6.7%
90.9% owner-occupier
Median age
68.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.6%
Population growth
+1.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
20.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
92%
2% apartments
Degree qualified
29.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
17.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.8 ha
Large block
Household size
2.9 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
10.0%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
61.3 km
Regional
Days on market
77 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
30.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
3 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
8.8 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
96/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime12.0 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
26
/ 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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