WIRRATE
Investor score
51
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
$640,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
2.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-1.5%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WIRRATE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WIRRATE 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
$290/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
0.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.68%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
WIRRATE 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 2.4% 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
$1,183/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
20.7%
75.8% owner-occupier
Median age
52.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+1.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
84%
9% apartments
Degree qualified
22.9%
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
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
119.9 km
Regional
Days on market
61 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
45.8%
Buyer's market
Walkability
22 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
115.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
56/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 3608
🏫Primary (2)
St Joseph's School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Nagambie Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
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
Moderate6.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
16
/ 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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