Carlton Property Investment Overview
Suburb research data for Carlton, VIC 3053 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.
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🛡️ Safety & Crime
Carlton shows well above-average reported crime compared with other VIC suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.
Investment Signals
Backed by 10-29 recent transactions; treat as a solid estimate.
Last updated: 2025 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.
Price History
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Carlton's 1.8% gross rental yield is below the VIC median of 3.1%, across 760 VIC suburbs with public data.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carlton a good suburb to invest in?
Carlton has a high renter proportion (84%). Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.
What is the median house price in Carlton?
The median house price in Carlton is approximately $1,761,500 based on 2025 public data.
What is the rental yield in Carlton?
The indicative gross rental yield in Carlton is 1.8%, based on a median weekly rent of $620 against a median price of $1,761,500. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.
How does Carlton compare to other suburbs?
Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Carlton against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.
Is Carlton a safe suburb?
Carlton shows well above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in VIC, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 151 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.
What schools are in Carlton?
Carlton has 2 known schools, including Carlton Gardens Primary School, Carlton Primary School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.
Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?
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