Kangaroo Flat, a suburb located in the Greater Bendigo region of Victoria, has seen a dynamic shift in its housing market in recent years. As part of the continually growing Bendigo area, Kangaroo Flat offers a blend of affordability and convenience, appealing to both first-time home buyers and investors. The suburb features a variety of housing styles, from charming older homes to modern new builds, providing options for diverse preferences and budgets. Market trends have shown a steady increase in property values, reflecting the increased demand driven by the suburb's attractive lifestyle, improved amenities, and proximity to Bendigo's central business district. With infrastructural developments such as shopping centers, schools, and parks, Kangaroo Flat is positioned as a promising growth corridor, enticing those seeking a balance of suburban tranquillity and urban accessibility.
Living in Kangaroo Flat is characterized by a community-oriented atmosphere paired with the amenities of modern suburban life. Residents enjoy the benefits of a strong local community, enriched by various recreational spaces like the popular Dower Park and nearby bushland reserves, which provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities and community events. The suburb's strategic location offers easy access to essential services, shopping facilities, and educational institutions, making it a convenient choice for families, professionals, and retirees alike. Public transport links efficiently connect Kangaroo Flat with central Bendigo and beyond, while the sense of close-knit community is enhanced by local events and friendly interactions among neighbors. Overall, Kangaroo Flat presents a welcoming environment with a harmonious blend of nature and modern convenience, making it an attractive place to call home.
Median Weekly Rent | $279.58 |
Median Monthly Mortgage | $1272.47 |
Median Persons Per bed houseroom | 0.72 |
Average Household Size | 2.11 |
Average Age | 43.42 |
Average Income | $636.74 |
Average Cars Per Dwelling | 1.61 |
Average Properties Within 50M | 25 |
Typical 1 bed house | $384,000 |
Typical 2 bed house | $419,000 |
Typical 3 bed house | $545,000 |
Typical 4 bed house | $705,000 |
Typical 5 bed house | $701,000 |
Typical 6 bed+ house | $788,000 |
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Thinking about buying in Kangaroo Flat? Now could not be a better time, with 7072 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $503,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $80,000 to $5,964,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 123 Km.
Prices are above market average and increase steadily under persistent demand. A more sustainable rate of price growth is anticipated in the short to medium term. In this area of average incomes, there is a mix of housing size and quality. While this may present buying opportunities, growth may be constrained. As buyers begin to examine Kangaroo Flat due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. Low average earnings from people in Kangaroo Flat leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Lower than average population density constrains growth in Kangaroo Flat to an extent. However, where buyers are willing to compromise on housing and lifestyle choice, there are affordable options. Lower than average industry presence in Kangaroo Flat we believe will be less of a negative impact than it has in the past. Post-COVID and the growth in working from home has lessened the demand for local employment options. This may make Kangaroo Flat a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
Instant Property ValuationKangaroo Flat Primary School
St Monica's School
Crusoe 7-10 Secondary College
Bendigo Special Developmental School
Big Hill Primary School
Golden Square Primary School
(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Kangaroo Flat there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Incidents Trend State Average
(mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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Sept | 1.7 | 4.9 | 17.6 | 44.7 | 93.5 | 3.5 | 15.7 |
Oct | 1.3 | 7.5 | 22.0 | 35.4 | 88.4 | 3.9 | 21.1 |
Nov | 1.5 | 10.4 | 25.5 | 30.0 | 85.5 | 4.1 | 24.6 |
Dec | 0.7 | 12.6 | 29.0 | 23.1 | 78.0 | 4.4 | 28.3 |
Jan | 0.7 | 14.8 | 32.2 | 20.9 | 75.6 | 4.4 | 27.3 |
Feb | 1.0 | 14.8 | 30.1 | 27.0 | 79.4 | 4.2 | 23.0 |
Mar | 1.5 | 12.4 | 26.3 | 33.4 | 83.7 | 3.7 | 18.2 |
Apr | 1.5 | 8.8 | 21.8 | 40.1 | 88.3 | 3.2 | 13.4 |
May | 1.6 | 5.7 | 16.9 | 53.1 | 94.8 | 2.8 | 9.7 |
Jun | 1.7 | 3.7 | 13.6 | 62.0 | 96.8 | 2.6 | 8.0 |
Jul | 1.8 | 3.0 | 12.9 | 62.2 | 97.0 | 3.0 | 7.8 |
Aug | 1.5 | 3.3 | 14.3 | 53.4 | 96.0 | 3.2 | 11.1 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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