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Torquay Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Torquay, VIC 3228 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2025 Rent 2021
Median House Price
$1,200,000
2025 data · estimate
Gross Rental Yield
2.2%
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Weekly Rent
$500
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Renter Demand
39%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
1.4%
Low — tight market
Population
18,534
Suburb residents
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📍 Suburb Overview

State VIC
Postcode 3228
Median house price $1,200,000
Median unit price —
Weekly rent (median) $500/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 2.2% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 39.3%
Vacancy rate 1.43%
Population 18,534
Median household income $119,340/yr
Owner-occupied 60.7%
Median age 39 yrs
Total dwellings 3,462

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Moderate reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 26

Torquay shows around-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.

✅ Low vacancy (1.4%) — tight rental market
⚠️ Price is an estimate — limited recent transaction data available
⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market
🔵 Moderate reported crime (26 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.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 4
Primary 3
Secondary 1
Schools in Torquay
St Therese School Primary · Catholic
Torquay Coast Primary School Primary · Government
Torquay P-6 College Primary · Government
Surf Coast Secondary College Secondary · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $1,200,000
Deposit (20%) $240,000
Loan (80% LVR) $960,000
Weekly rent $500/wk
Annual rent income $26,000/yr
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Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Torquay a good suburb to invest in?

Torquay has an average renter proportion 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 Torquay?

The median house price in Torquay is approximately $1,200,000 based on 2025 public data (estimate — limited transaction evidence available).

What is the rental yield in Torquay?

The indicative gross rental yield in Torquay is 2.2%, based on a median weekly rent of $500 against a median price of $1,200,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Torquay compare to other suburbs?

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

Is Torquay a safe suburb?

Torquay shows around-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in VIC, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Torquay?

Torquay has 4 known schools, including St Therese School, Torquay Coast Primary School, Torquay P-6 College, Surf Coast Secondary College. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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