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1,179 suburbs

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  1. Wyndham Vale VIC 3024

    Good

    A strategic outer-western growth hub offering high-value family living with direct V/Line rail access to the Melbourne CBD.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 4 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall 7 of 10

    Transport, from the report: V/Line station is a major asset; local bus network requires improvement; road congestion is a significant daily factor.

    Median house price $600,000 Median house rent $450 a week

    Report updated 2 Mar 2026

  2. Balga WA 6061

    Average

    A high-density residential hub undergoing significant urban renewal, offering some of Perth's most accessible entry points for first-home buyers.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Good bus frequency to Warwick and Stirling Stations; quick access to Reid Hwy.

    Median house price $675,500 Median house rent $675 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  3. Darwin City NT 0800

    Average

    A compact tropical capital offering high-yield apartment living and immediate access to the Waterfront, though constrained by climatic risks and urban social…

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 9 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Central bus interchange provides links to Casuarina and Palmerston; very bike-friendly flat terrain.

    Median house price $467,500 Median house rent $675 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  4. Lockridge WA 6054

    Average

    A rapidly gentrifying entry-level pocket offering exceptional value and proximity to the Swan Valley for first-home buyers and investors.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Good bus frequency to Bassendean Station; easy access to Tonkin and Reid Highways.

    Median house price $665,000 Median house rent $642 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  5. Melton South VIC 3338

    Average

    A rapidly evolving gateway to Melbourne's west offering high affordability and direct rail connectivity for first-home buyers and families.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Station access is a major plus; bus network is improving but remains secondary.

    Median house price $565,000 Median house rent $430 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  6. Merredin WA 6415

    Good

    A strategic regional powerhouse in the Wheatbelt offering high-yield investment opportunities and an essential service hub for Western Australia's agricultural…

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 4 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent rail links (Prospector/MerredinLink) and major highway access.

    Median house price $290,000 Median house rent $420 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  7. Midvale WA 6056

    Average

    A high-growth, entry-level suburb benefiting from the massive infrastructure injection into the adjacent Midland regional hub.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 7 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Good access to Midland Station (3 min drive) and major highways.

    Median house price $649,500 Median house rent $700 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  8. West Ballina NSW 2478

    Average

    A river-bound residential pocket offering coastal lifestyle convenience tempered by significant hydrological and insurance complexities.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 7 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Good road connectivity via River Street and the Pacific Highway. Limited bus frequency.

    Median house price $900,000 Median house rent $825 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  9. Woree QLD 4868

    Average

    A strategically located southern Cairns hub offering high yields and relative affordability near major employment and leisure precincts.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Serviced by Sunbus with multiple stops along Mulgrave Road and Des Chalmers Drive.

    Median house price $628,000 Median house rent $490 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  10. Manunda QLD 4870

    Average

    A high-yield inner-city suburb offering the most affordable entry point to the Cairns market, balanced by significant social and safety considerations.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 8 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services to CBD and northern beaches; flat for cycling.

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  11. Annandale NSW 2038

    Very Good

    A prestigious Inner West enclave defined by its wide, leafy boulevards, grand heritage architecture, and a sophisticated village atmosphere.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 9 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services to CBD; Light Rail access at Rozelle Bay and Jubilee Park.

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  12. Austinmer NSW 2515

    Very Good

    A prestigious coastal enclave where the dramatic Illawarra Escarpment meets world-class surf beaches in a tight-knit village atmosphere.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Hourly train services to Sydney; local bus routes connect to Wollongong CBD.

    Median house price $1,950,000 Median house rent $1,100 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  13. Balmain NSW 2041

    Very Good

    A prestigious harbor-side peninsula blending rich maritime history with sophisticated village living and elite city proximity.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 10 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Ferry services from Balmain, Balmain East, and Birchgrove are the preferred CBD link. Bus routes 441 and 442 provide frequent service to the city.

    Median house price $2,975,000 Median house rent $950 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  14. Belgrave VIC 3160

    Very Good

    A bohemian forest sanctuary at the end of the rail line, blending artistic culture with the rugged natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 4 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: End of the Belgrave line; reliable trains but slow journey (70 mins). Bus links to Gembrook and Olinda.

    Median house price $820,000 Median house rent $650 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  15. Birmingham Gardens NSW 2287

    Good

    A strategic investment and entry-level residential pocket defined by its immediate proximity to the University of Newcastle and high rental yields.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 7 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent bus connectivity; close to major arterial roads.

    Median house price $850,000 Median house rent $595 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  16. Bondi NSW 2026

    Very Good

    A premium residential enclave offering a sophisticated balance between the commercial vitality of Bondi Junction and the iconic shoreline of Bondi Beach.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 9 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent bus network; 15-minute walk to Bondi Junction trains.

    Median house price $4,530,000 Median house rent $1,150 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  17. Brookwater QLD 4300

    Very Good

    Queensland's premier golf-course community offering a prestigious, leafy lifestyle with strict architectural standards and high-end family appeal.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Dependent on Springfield Central station (5 min drive). Bus services are limited.

    Median house price $1,480,000 Median house rent $900 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  18. Bungalow QLD 4870

    Average

    A gritty inner-city industrial fringe suburb offering high-yield investment potential and entry-level pricing within walking distance of the Cairns CBD.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 7 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent bus connectivity along Mulgrave Road and easy access to the Bruce Highway.

    Median house price $607,750 Median house rent $530 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  19. Cammeray NSW 2062

    Excellent

    A prestigious Lower North Shore enclave offering a sophisticated village atmosphere and elite schooling, currently navigating significant infrastructure-led…

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 8 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent bus network; 15-minute walk to Crows Nest Metro for rail access.

    Median house price $3,860,000 Median house rent $1,100 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  20. Centennial Park NSW 2021

    Excellent

    An ultra-exclusive residential enclave defined by grand heritage estates and immediate access to Sydney's premier 189-hectare Victorian parkland.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 8 of 10
    • Amenity – of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services on Oxford St and Anzac Parade; Light Rail access at Moore Park.

    Median house price $5,350,000 Median house rent $750 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  21. Cootamundra NSW 2590

    Good

    A historic rail and agricultural hub offering exceptional affordability and a classic country lifestyle on the South West Slopes.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent rail links; daily XPT services to Sydney and Melbourne. Local travel is car-dependent.

    Median house price $450,000 Median house rent $450 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  22. Davoren Park SA 5113

    Average

    One of Adelaide's most affordable entry points currently undergoing a significant transition through the Playford Alive urban renewal project.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent rail links; 45 minutes to CBD. Good bus network connectivity.

    Median house price $570,000 Median house rent $500 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  23. Drummoyne NSW 2047

    Very Good

    A prestigious peninsula suburb offering a high-end maritime lifestyle with rapid CBD access and a distinct village atmosphere.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 8 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent bus/ferry; no rail. Victoria Road is a major bottleneck.

    Median house price $3,100,000 Median house rent $990 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  24. East Fremantle WA 6158

    Very Good

    A prestigious riverside enclave blending historic charm with high-end modern amenity and a strong community spirit.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 8 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Well-serviced by buses to Fremantle and Perth CBD; easy access to major arterial roads.

    Median house price $1,975,000 Median house rent $1,100 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  25. East Geelong VIC 3219

    Very Good

    A prestigious heritage-rich enclave offering a 'garden suburb' lifestyle with immediate proximity to the Geelong CBD and waterfront.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 9 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Walking distance to CBD; South Geelong station is the primary rail link to Melbourne.

    Median house price $855,000 Median house rent $522 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

Newest report: 1 Apr 2026. Newest statistics: 16 Jun 2026.

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