VICTORIA RIVER
Investor score
47
Liveability score
25
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
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.2.8%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.0.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.4.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for VICTORIA RIVER
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
VICTORIA RIVER 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
$80/wk
weekly
Demand change
+0.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
10.39%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
27 / 100
Soft demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
VICTORIA RIVER is a NT suburb offering lower 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 2.8% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Elevated vacancy rate — monitor rental demand carefully
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,331/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
60.6%
20.1% owner-occupier
Median age
28.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.2%
Population growth
+0.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
7.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
87%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
25.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.4 ha
Large block
Household size
3.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.3%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
443.6 km
Regional
Days on market
123 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
19.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
31 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
443.6 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
30/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 0852
📚Combined (16)
Government · Yrs 2-10 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-8 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-7 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-12 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-7 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-12 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-12 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-10 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-11 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-12 · Very Remote
Government · Yrs T-9 · Very Remote
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
School quality
Disadvantaged16 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
38
/ 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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