FairSquare/Victoria/Northcote
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3070

Northcote

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FairSquare's model rates Northcote, Victoria 6.8 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Northcote represents a workhorse investment, leveraging its prime 7km CBD proximity to deliver consistent capital growth. Extremely low supply combined with a 0.9% vacancy rate ensures robust tenant demand and rental security, underpinning its strong overall performance.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.8OUT OF 10
Median
$1.45M
house
Gross Yield
3.2%
derived
Weekly Rent
$879
3-bed median
12m Growth
+7.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Northcote

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
7km
Yield
derived from model
3.2%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$879
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.45M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive Hold
Model Tags
Balanced Market
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
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 Northcote a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Northcote, Victoria 6.8 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Northcote represents a workhorse investment, leveraging its prime 7km CBD proximity to deliver consistent capital growth. Extremely low supply combined with a 0.9% vacancy rate ensures robust tenant demand and rental security, underpinning its strong overall performance.

02

What is the median house price in Northcote?

The median house price in Northcote, VIC is $1.45M. Weekly rent of $879 against a 3.2% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Northcote?

Northcote has a gross rental yield of 3.2%, with a median weekly rent of $879. 12-month price growth is tracking at +7.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Northcote suit?

Based on its market signals, Northcote aligns with: Defensive Hold.

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