A tranquil timber-town sanctuary in the Blackwood Valley offering a secluded lifestyle with significant bushfire considerations.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
4 of 10
Amenity
5 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Very poor; car ownership is essential. No rail and infrequent regional buses.
Median house price $710,000 Median house rent $340 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Nannup
A serene hilltop dairy village offering a slow-paced lifestyle with expansive Gippsland views and a strong community core.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
3 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car dependency is 95%+. No local train service.
Median house price $610,000
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Poowong
A historic maritime village offering a tranquil coastal lifestyle with deep roots in Victoria's colonial past.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
6 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car is essential for all daily tasks.
Median house price $427,500
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Port Albert
A high-yield mining town offering modern family infrastructure and an 'oasis' lifestyle in the South Australian far north.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
6 of 10
Amenity
6 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car-dependent. Regional airport serves mine charters and limited public flights.
Report updated 13 Mar 2026
Compare Roxby Downs
An affordable regional gateway offering high rental yields and a tropical lifestyle, balanced by significant environmental and socio-economic risks.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
5 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Remote; 9-hour drive to Perth. Local airport has limited flights.
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare South Carnarvon
A ruggedly beautiful harbor-side village serving as the premier gateway to Tasmania's World Heritage wilderness.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
6 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: No rail, no public buses; private vehicle is essential.
Median house price $301,500 Median house rent $290 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Strahan
A secluded wilderness sanctuary where ancient tingle forests meet the pristine waters of the Nornalup Inlet.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
5 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor. No local public transport; weekly regional bus to Perth/Albany.
Median house price $475,000
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Walpole
A premier rural-residential enclave offering expansive acreage living and bushland serenity within a short commute of the national capital.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
1 of 10
Amenity
3 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Car dependent. No bus or rail. Commute to Canberra is via Norton Rd to Mac's Reef Rd or Sutton Rd.
Median house price $1,850,000 Median house rent $845 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Wamboin
A mist-shrouded historic mining village offering extreme affordability on the doorstep of the Tarkine wilderness.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
4 of 10
Amenity
3 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car ownership is mandatory. No rail or regular bus services.
Median house price $215,000 Median house rent $150 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Waratah
A rare, narrow peninsula village offering an unparalleled 'river-to-ocean' lifestyle within the pristine Yuraygir National Park.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
7 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car dependency is 100%. Nearest major airport is Coffs Harbour (1hr 15m).
Median house price $1,920,000 Median house rent $612 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Wooli
An ultra-premium coastal sanctuary where rugged surf heritage meets high-end architectural seclusion.
Transport
2 of 10
Walkability
2 of 10
Amenity
6 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car ownership is essential. No rail or regular bus service.
Median house price $2,500,000 Median house rent $1,000 a week
Report updated 13 Mar 2026
Compare Yallingup
A remote coastal frontier offering a unique lifestyle within a UNESCO World Heritage marine sanctuary, ideal for nature enthusiasts and retirees.
Transport
1 of 10
Walkability
6 of 10
Amenity
4 of 10
Overall
6 of 10
Transport, from the report: Very poor; 800km from Perth. Local airport has limited flights. Car is mandatory.
Median house price $287,500
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Denham
A sprawling rural-residential retreat offering affordable acreage living amidst native bushland between Gympie and Maryborough.
Transport
1 of 10
Walkability
1 of 10
Amenity
2 of 10
Overall
5 of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor; car is mandatory. No rail or regular bus service.
Median house price $600,000 Median house rent $555 a week
Report updated 6 Mar 2026
Compare Glenwood
A premier high-altitude wilderness retreat and trout fishing mecca offering a rugged, off-grid lifestyle in Tasmania's Central Highlands.
Transport
1 of 10
Walkability
1 of 10
Amenity
2 of 10
Overall
4 of 10
Transport, from the report: Poor. No public transport; 4WD recommended for winter.
Median house price $340,000
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Miena
A remote island community in the Gulf of Carpentaria defined by its deep Lardil heritage and significant logistical isolation.
Transport
1 of 10
Walkability
6 of 10
Amenity
2 of 10
Overall
3 of 10
Transport, from the report: Extremely poor; reliant on expensive flights and a weekly barge.
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Mornington
A misty, high-rainfall sanctuary in the heart of the Otway Ranges, offering extreme privacy and temperate rainforest beauty.
Transport
1 of 10
Walkability
1 of 10
Amenity
2 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: No public transport; 4WD recommended for some local access roads.
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Beech Forest
A prestigious, leafy sanctuary nestled against Mt Coot-tha, defined by its steep terrain, character architecture, and elite school catchments.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
– of 10
Amenity
7 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Primarily bus-based (Routes 385, 375). Commute to CBD is 15-25 mins depending on traffic.
Median house price $1,942,500 Median house rent $900 a week
Report updated 6 Mar 2026
Compare Bardon
A premier inner-north cultural powerhouse where industrial heritage meets a highly walkable, progressive urban lifestyle.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
10 of 10
Amenity
– of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Exceptional; three train stations (Brunswick, Jewell, Anstey) and the world's longest tram route (19).
Median house price $1,275,000 Median house rent $730 a week
Report updated 2 Mar 2026
Compare Brunswick
Sydney's premier harbourside village, blending European-style sophistication with high-end residential luxury and a revitalized commercial heart.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
10 of 10
Amenity
10 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Excellent ferry service to Circular Quay (12-15 mins) and bus links to the city and Bondi Junction.
Median house price $7,280,000 Median house rent $1,500 a week
Report updated 6 Mar 2026
Compare Double Bay
A prestigious inner-west pocket offering a sophisticated blend of Victorian heritage and modern precinct living adjacent to the city's academic heart.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
– of 10
Amenity
9 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: L1 Light Rail (Jubilee Park/Rozelle Bay) provides direct access to Central and Pyrmont.
Median house price $2,550,000 Median house rent $1,200 a week
Report updated 13 Mar 2026
Compare Forest Lodge
The pinnacle of Canberra's Inner South, Forrest is a prestigious heritage-listed enclave defined by grand estates, wide leafy boulevards, and proximity to the…
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
– of 10
Amenity
– of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Excellent bus connectivity; close to future Light Rail Stage 2 route.
Median house price $3,700,000 Median house rent $765 a week
Report updated 13 Mar 2026
Compare Forrest
A high-convenience transit hub offering a strategic entry point into the inner-southwest market for professionals and young families.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
– of 10
Amenity
9 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Excellent; multiple bus routes (241, 245, 248) and tram access within 10-15 mins walk.
Median house price $1,078,500 Median house rent $645 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Kurralta Park
Ballarat's premier blue-chip lakeside enclave, offering a prestigious blend of heritage architecture, elite schooling, and unparalleled recreational lifestyle.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
– of 10
Amenity
– of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Proximity to Wendouree and Ballarat stations provides V/Line access to Melbourne in ~90 mins.
Median house price $975,000 Median house rent $500 a week
Report updated 31 Mar 2026
Compare Lake Wendouree
A high-energy inner-city hub blending heritage charm with a premier dining and entertainment precinct.
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
– of 10
Amenity
– of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Excellent; train station and freeway access are central to the suburb.
Median house price $1,605,000 Median house rent $850 a week
Report updated 5 Mar 2026
Compare Leederville
Transport
– of 10
Walkability
7 of 10
Amenity
8 of 10
Overall
– of 10
Transport, from the report: Excellent rail links; bus services connect to Macquarie Park and Chatswood.
Median house price $3,887,500 Median house rent $1,350 a week
Report updated 5 Mar 2026
Compare Lindfield