FairSquare/Victoria/Hastings
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3915

Hastings

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FairSquare's model rates Hastings, Victoria 6.6 out of 10 (Proceed with Caution) as of June 2026.

Hastings offers investors a stable income stream, driven by an exceptionally low 1.2% vacancy rate and local employment within the Western Port industrial and maritime sector 65km from the CBD. Despite a moderate 4.2% gross yield and higher risk profile, the suburb's consistent tenant demand and recent 6.5% price growth appeal to those targeting specific regional economic drivers.

Model Verdict
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6.6OUT OF 10
Median
$656K
house
Gross Yield
4.2%
derived
Weekly Rent
$530
3-bed median
12m Growth
+6.5%
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
65km
Yield
derived from model
4.2%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$530
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$656K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Yield PlayEntry LevelSMSF
Model Tags
Yield Compounder
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
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 ·

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What's inside
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 Hastings a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Hastings, Victoria 6.6 out of 10 (Proceed with Caution) as of June 2026. Hastings offers investors a stable income stream, driven by an exceptionally low 1.2% vacancy rate and local employment within the Western Port industrial and maritime sector 65km from the CBD. Despite a moderate 4.2% gross yield and higher risk profile, the suburb's consistent tenant demand and recent 6.5% price growth appeal to those targeting specific regional economic drivers.

02

What is the median house price in Hastings?

The median house price in Hastings, VIC is $656K. Weekly rent of $530 against a 4.2% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Hastings?

Hastings has a gross rental yield of 4.2%, with a median weekly rent of $530. 12-month price growth is tracking at +6.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Hastings suit?

Based on its market signals, Hastings aligns with: Yield Play, Entry Level, SMSF.

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