RINGWOOD EAST
Investor score
56
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
$1,070,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
1.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
3.4%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for RINGWOOD EAST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
RINGWOOD EAST 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
$386/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+1.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.27%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
51 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
RINGWOOD EAST is a metropolitan VIC suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro VIC suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 1.9% 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 2022–23Median household income
$1,964/wk
$80k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.0%
74.4% owner-occupier
Median age
39.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.4%
Population growth
+2.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
14.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
61%
23% apartments
Degree qualified
45.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
20.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
460 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.4%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
25.1 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
32 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
66.7%
Strong demand
Walkability
60 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
28.2 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,695/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 3135
🏫Primary (5)
Heathmont East Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Eastwood Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Great Ryrie Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Tinternvale Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Marlborough Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Heathmont College
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Tintern Grammar
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
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 crime8.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Above average7 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
45
/ 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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