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

Property Investment in Yarra Ranges, VIC

62 suburbs in Yarra Ranges council area · Part of Greater Melbourne · Population ~160,906 · 58,971 dwellings · 2,468 km²

Yarra Ranges Council Average R-Score 82 / 100 — top suburb in Yarra Ranges scores 100/100

Market conditions here are running warmer than most

Most of the demand and supply indicators we track are sitting above the national midpoint this month.

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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 Yarra Ranges100

Highest R-Score out of 62 suburbs in Yarra Ranges

Yarra Ranges council average82

Across 56 scored suburbs in Yarra Ranges

Suburb medians in Yarra Ranges range from $107,000 to $6,500,000.

3-year population movement: +2.3%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 0.8% of stock (~472 dwellings). Key employment sectors: Education and Training (12%), Retail Trade (12%), Health Care and Social Assistance (10%), Manufacturing (10%).

Typical suburb median price$900,000

Across 62 suburbs in Yarra Ranges (Sept 2026) · ~68 days on market.

Gross rental yield & rent3.9%

Median asking rent ~$665/wk · Vacancy 2.4%.

Top suburb R-Score in Yarra Ranges100/100

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Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in Yarra Ranges

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

Is Yarra Ranges (VIC) a good council area for property investment in 2026?

As of Sept 2026, Yarra Ranges (Victoria) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 82/100 across 62 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 100/100. Across Yarra Ranges, the typical suburb median price is $900,000, median weekly rent is $665/wk, gross rental yield is 3.9%, and vacancy sits at 2.4%.

Which suburbs in Yarra Ranges have the highest R-Score right now?

In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in Yarra Ranges (VIC) are Ferny Creek (100/100, median $950,000), Kallista (100/100, median $930,500), The Patch (100/100, median $800,000), Belgrave South (99/100, median $980,000), Don Valley (99/100, median $1,000,000). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.

What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in Yarra Ranges?

Across Yarra Ranges (VIC), the median suburb property price is $900,000, median asking rent is $665/wk, and median gross yield is 3.9%, with homes averaging 68 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in Yarra Ranges include Gladysdale (8.7%), Belgrave South (6.9%), Beenak (6.7%).

What are the demographics and size of the Yarra Ranges council area?

Yarra Ranges is a Local Government Area in Victoria (part of Greater Melbourne) with an ABS estimated resident population of 160,906, approximately 58,971 dwellings, covering 2,468 sq km.

What are the best streets in Yarra Ranges (VIC)?

Every street across all 62 suburbs in Yarra Ranges is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.