Is Curlewis a good investment in 2026?

Curlewis, VIC shows an indicative gross rental yield of 3.3% on a median of $640,800 (2025 data). Treat this as a shortlist signal, not advice — verify current prices, rent and local risks before buying.

What is the postcode of Curlewis?

The postcode of Curlewis, VIC is 3222.

Where does PropertyScoutAU get its data?

All data is sourced from Australian government public records including state land offices, ABS Census and official rental data.

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Curlewis Property Investment Overview

Q: What is the rental yield in Curlewis?

Indicative gross yield is 3.3%.

Q: What is the median property price in Curlewis?

Approximately $640,800 based on 2025 public data.

Q: How does Curlewis compare to other suburbs?

Use the compare tool to benchmark Curlewis by price, yield and vacancy against other suburbs.

Suburb research data for Curlewis, VIC 3222 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2025 Rent 2021

Median House Price

$640,800

2025 data · estimate

Gross Rental Yield

3.3%

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Weekly Rent

$405

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Renter Demand

54%

of residents rent

Vacancy Rate

1.1%

Low — tight market

Population

4,175

Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State VIC

Postcode 3222

Median house price $640,800

Median unit price —

Weekly rent (median) $405/wk (unlock cashflow model)

Gross yield 3.3% (unlock risk & score)

Renter % 54.5%

Vacancy rate 1.09%

Population 4,175

Median household income $95,160/yr

Owner-occupied 45.5%

Median age 34 yrs

Total dwellings 824

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Higher reported crime

Incidents / 1,000 residents 59

Curlewis shows above-average reported crime compared with other VIC suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: VIC police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2025 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

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✅ Low vacancy (1.1%) — tight rental market

⚠️ Price is an estimate — limited recent transaction data available

⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market

⚠️ Higher reported crime (59 incidents/1,000 residents) — VIC reported data 2024

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Price History

Source: VIC_DTPLI_Quarterly. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice

Purchase price $640,800

Deposit (20%) $128,160

Loan (80% LVR) $512,640

Weekly rent $405/wk

Annual rent income $21,060/yr

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curlewis a good suburb to invest in?

Curlewis has a high renter proportion (54%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. 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 Curlewis?

The median house price in Curlewis is approximately $640,800 based on 2025 public data (estimate — limited transaction evidence available).

What is the rental yield in Curlewis?

The indicative gross rental yield in Curlewis is 3.3%, based on a median weekly rent of $405 against a median price of $640,800. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Curlewis compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Curlewis against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Curlewis a safe suburb?

Curlewis shows above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in VIC, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 59 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?

PropertyScoutAU uses public and government datasets where available, including price, demographic and rental indicators. Coverage varies by suburb and some fields may be estimated or unavailable. See our data sources page for full details.

General information only. PropertyScoutAU provides suburb-level research data from government public sources. All figures are indicative medians and may not reflect current market conditions or individual property values. This is not financial, investment, legal or tax advice. Always verify independently and consult qualified professionals before making any property decision. About our data →