WINTER VALLEY
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
$590,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
3.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
0.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WINTER VALLEY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WINTER VALLEY 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
$390/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+3.6%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.05%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
62 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
WINTER VALLEY 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
$2,013/wk
$67k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.4%
74.8% owner-occupier
Median age
29.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.4%
Population growth
+3.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
6.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
75%
16% apartments
Degree qualified
29.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.1 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.1%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
106.2 km
Regional
Days on market
43 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
61.8%
Balanced market
Walkability
43 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
102.6 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
364/km²
Low density
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime10.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average4 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
23
/ 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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