WATTLE HILL
Investor score
43
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
3.4%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
1.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WATTLE HILL
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WATTLE HILL 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
$195/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+1.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.16%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
48 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
WATTLE HILL is a VIC 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 3.4% 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
$900/wk
$47k taxable p.a.
Renters
9.8%
85.3% owner-occupier
Median age
51.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.7%
Population growth
+1.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
81%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
26.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
17.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
3.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.2%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
164.3 km
Regional
Days on market
70 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
42.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
27 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
16.5 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
104/km²
Low density
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime12.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Below average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
12
/ 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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