Local Government Area (LGA) Research · Data as of Sept 2026

Property Investment in South Gippsland, VIC

77 suburbs in South Gippsland council area · Population ~31,109 · 15,911 dwellings · 3,296 km²

South Gippsland Council Average R-Score 60 / 100 — top suburb in South Gippsland scores 100/100

A mixed market — some indicators warm, others cooling

Conditions here are neither running hot nor cold. The detail below shows which indicators are doing the work.

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Figures reflect Ripehouse Advisory’s monthly 27-indicator suburb bake (Sept 2026). General information only — not personal financial advice.

Top suburb in South Gippsland100

Highest R-Score out of 77 suburbs in South Gippsland

South Gippsland council average60

Across 53 scored suburbs in South Gippsland

Suburb medians in South Gippsland range from $325,000 to $1,470,000.

3-year population movement: +1.4%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 1% of stock (~166 dwellings). Key employment sectors: Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing (20%), Health Care and Social Assistance (11%), Retail Trade (9%), Education and Training (8%).

Typical suburb median price$722,500

Across 77 suburbs in South Gippsland (Sept 2026) · ~360 days on market.

Gross rental yield & rent3.7%

Median asking rent ~$450/wk · Vacancy 5.5%.

Top suburb R-Score in South Gippsland100/100

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South Gippsland (VIC) FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in South Gippsland

Key facts and market data from the Sept 2026 Ripehouse Advisory research bake for South Gippsland (Victoria).

Is South Gippsland (VIC) a good council area for property investment in 2026?

As of Sept 2026, South Gippsland (Victoria) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 60/100 across 77 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 100/100. Across South Gippsland, the typical suburb median price is $722,500, median weekly rent is $450/wk, gross rental yield is 3.7%, and vacancy sits at 5.5%.

Which suburbs in South Gippsland have the highest R-Score right now?

In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in South Gippsland (VIC) are Bena (100/100, median $380,000), Fish Creek (99/100, median $325,000), Meeniyan (99/100, median $385,000), Poowong (99/100, median $467,000), Agnes (98/100, median $392,500). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.

What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in South Gippsland?

Across South Gippsland (VIC), the median suburb property price is $722,500, median asking rent is $450/wk, and median gross yield is 3.7%, with homes averaging 360 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in South Gippsland include Fish Creek (12.8%), Agnes (11%), Leongatha South (8.1%).

What are the demographics and size of the South Gippsland council area?

South Gippsland is a Local Government Area in Victoria with an ABS estimated resident population of 31,109, approximately 15,911 dwellings, covering 3,296 sq km.

What are the best streets in South Gippsland (VIC)?

Every street across all 77 suburbs in South Gippsland is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.