FairSquare/Victoria/Hastings
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3915

Hastings

Hastings presents a compelling rental income profile, driven by strong local demand and a low 1.2% vacancy rate, resulting in a 4.2% gross yield. While the $750,000 median price point for a suburb 68km from the CBD suggests moderate capital appreciation potential, its established regional economy ensures stable tenancy.

Model Verdict
Proceed with Caution
6.1OUT OF 10
Median
$750K
house
Gross Yield
4.2%
derived
Weekly Rent
$606
3-bed median
12m Growth
+4.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Hastings

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
68km
Yield
derived from model
4.2%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$606
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$750K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Yield PlaySMSF
Model Tags
Yield Compounder
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Steady
Supply Pressure
Normal
Rent Trajectory
Outpacing price
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 ·

9 of 12 signals locked. The model's full read is in the complete analysis.

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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
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FAQ
01

Is Hastings a good investment in 2026?

The model rates Hastings a 6.1/10 and classifies it as "Proceed with Caution". Hastings presents a compelling rental income profile, driven by strong local demand and a low 1.2% vacancy rate, resulting in a 4.2% gross yield. While the $750,000 median price point for a suburb 68km from the CBD suggests moderate capital appreciation potential, its established regional economy ensures stable tenancy.

02

What is the rental yield in Hastings?

Hastings is tracking at a 4.2% gross rental yield with a median weekly rent of $606 against a median house price of $750K. Full rent progression analysis is included in the complete model report.

03

How does the model value Hastings?

The model derives the median price from our proprietary yield model, not from scraped listings or AI estimates. Weekly rent × 52 ÷ gross yield returns the median price — every number on this page traces back to that formula.

04

Which investor profiles does Hastings suit?

Model signals align with: Yield Play, SMSF. Avoidance profiles and risk flags are covered in the full model output.

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