STAVELY
Investor score
49
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
4.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
0.8%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
2.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for STAVELY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
STAVELY 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
$150/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+0.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.33%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
STAVELY is a VIC suburb offering moderate rental yield and moderate 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 4.9% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,173/wk
$49k taxable p.a.
Renters
10.2%
72.8% owner-occupier
Median age
52.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.3%
Population growth
+1.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
79%
8% apartments
Degree qualified
26.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
17.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
3.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.9 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.5%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
217.1 km
Regional
Days on market
68 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
45.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
159.5 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
114/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 3379
🏫Primary (1)
Willaura Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-5
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
Moderate6.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
22
/ 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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