WEDDERBURN
Investor score
54
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
$350,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
2.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
8.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WEDDERBURN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WEDDERBURN 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
$170/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+1.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.68%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+18.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
49 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
WEDDERBURN 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 2.5% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 8.0% — outperforming state average
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$932/wk
$36k taxable p.a.
Renters
12.1%
82.1% owner-occupier
Median age
56.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.3%
Population growth
+0.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
90%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
13.5%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.4 ha
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
192.5 km
Regional
Days on market
39 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
40.6%
Buyer's market
Walkability
12 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
187.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
81/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 3518
📚Combined (1)
Wedderburn College
Government · 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 crime10.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Below average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: 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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