WORLD TRADE CENTRE
Investor score
59
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
2.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WORLD TRADE CENTRE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WORLD TRADE CENTRE 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
$690/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+4.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.03%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
53 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
WORLD TRADE CENTRE is a metropolitan VIC suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro VIC suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.9% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.1%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,940/wk
$75k taxable p.a.
Renters
42.3%
51.7% owner-occupier
Median age
32.7 yrs
Unemployment
3.4%
Population growth
+1.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
31.9%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
36%
59% apartments
Degree qualified
42.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
31.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
220 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
11.4%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1.6 km
Inner city
Days on market
20 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
65.1%
Strong demand
Walkability
79 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
6.3 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
8,007/km²
Very dense urban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime7.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Above average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
43
/ 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
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