ASCOT VALE
Investor score
56
Liveability score
71
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
Real$1,140,000
VIC Gov · 2025
Rent yield
Real2.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real0.4%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for ASCOT VALE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
ASCOT VALE 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.
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Median rent
$560/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.03%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: VIC Gov · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
ASCOT VALE is a metropolitan VIC suburb with moderate 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 2.5% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- 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
$2,057/wk
$75k taxable p.a.
Renters
39.4%
58.2% owner-occupier
Median age
36.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.3%
Population growth
+1.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
32%
57% apartments
Degree qualified
56.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
33.2%
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
13.2%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
7.2 km
Middle ring
Days on market
35 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
64.3%
Balanced market
Walkability
53 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
3.3 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
11,011/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 3032
🏫Primary (4)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Ascot Vale West Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (1)
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
⭐Special (2)
Government · Yrs U · Major Cities
Government · Major Cities
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
Moderate7.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Above average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
56
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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