FairSquare/Victoria/Ballarat
Suburb Dossier · VIC

Ballarat

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FairSquare's model rates Ballarat, Victoria 6.7 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of June 2026.

Ballarat presents a robust regional investment profile, functioning as a vital economic centre 115 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. Investors benefit from its consistent 4.5% annual price growth and an exceptionally tight rental market, evidenced by a 0.8% vacancy rate, ensuring stable income and minimal tenant turnover.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.7OUT OF 10
Median
$809K
house
Gross Yield
3.6%
derived
Weekly Rent
$555
3-bed median
12m Growth
+4.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Ballarat

The median price is derived, not estimated. Every number on this page traces back to the model's proprietary yield surface — calibrated for each part of the country and resolved against distance from CBD. The price falls out of the formula.

Confidencehigh

Inputs for this suburb sit at the top of our calibration tier. The model is not guessing.

Distance
to CBD
115km
Yield
derived from model
3.6%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$555
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$809K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Income Hold
Model Tags
Balanced Market
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Steady
Supply Pressure
Normal
Rent Trajectory
In line
Cycle Position
Hot ·
Days On Market
Cool
Clearance Rate
Active ·
Buyer Demand
Hot
Vacancy Rate
Cool ·
Rent Growth 12m
Active
Price Volatility
Hot ·
5-Year Forecast
Cool
Risk Flags
Active ·

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01Cover page with verdict & score
02In-30-seconds snapshot
03Score breakdown across 5 dimensions
04Big picture & liveability analysis
05Market cycle + 10-year forecast
06Rental story + yield scenarios
07Supply & demand pressure gauge
08Opportunity & risk register
093-play investor playbook
1012-24mo + 3-5yr outlook
112026 Budget impact analysis
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FAQ
01

Is Ballarat a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Ballarat, Victoria 6.7 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of June 2026. Ballarat presents a robust regional investment profile, functioning as a vital economic centre 115 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. Investors benefit from its consistent 4.5% annual price growth and an exceptionally tight rental market, evidenced by a 0.8% vacancy rate, ensuring stable income and minimal tenant turnover.

02

What is the median house price in Ballarat?

The median house price in Ballarat, VIC is $809K. Weekly rent of $555 against a 3.6% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Ballarat?

Ballarat has a gross rental yield of 3.6%, with a median weekly rent of $555. 12-month price growth is tracking at +4.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Ballarat suit?

Based on its market signals, Ballarat aligns with: Income Hold.

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