Question 1

Is Fyansford a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Fyansford is a small riverside suburb on the Barwon River just outside Geelong. It is marked by winding river corridors, parkland and a handful of historic bluestone bridges that reflect its industrial past. The suburb has a quiet, semi-rural feel with a mix of older cottages and more contemporary homes on generous lots. The riverfront attracts walkers, cyclists and picnickers, and residents enjoy easy access to neighbouring shops and services while still feeling tucked away.

The community of 1,206 people has a median age of 34 and a typical household income of $2,627 a week, roughly $136,600 a year, and families make up the bulk of households. Homes are predominantly owner-occupied, about 83.2% owned with around 16.9% rented. Recent river works and upgrades to the local boat ramp, together with the priority Barwon River Loop Trail and a proposed pedestrian and cycling bridge, point to projects aimed at improving walking and cycling links. Whether Fyansford suits you depends on how much you value a peaceful riverside setting with straightforward connections to Geelong.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Fyansford?

Accepted Answer

Buying and renting point in different directions for Fyansford. The median house price is $1,030,000, which is about 7.5 times a typical local household's annual income when compared with the Census weekly household income of $2,627 (annual $136,604), so buying sits well above local incomes recorded at the last Census. By contrast, the average house rent of $680 a week is about 26% of a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census, a moderate share.

If you're renting rather than buying, that rent share is the number that matters; if you are considering a purchase, the price multiple shows buying is more stretched against what households locally earned at the last Census. Whether those figures feel expensive will depend on your own income and circumstances.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Fyansford a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

Over the past 12 months in Fyansford, median house values fell 2.5% while house rents rose 7.1%. Put simply, the capital value of houses eased modestly over the year while the rent those houses earn increased at a solid pace.

If rental income is your priority, the rise in house rents is the figure that matters; if you are focused on capital growth, the small fall in house values is the relevant metric. Whether that balance suits your plans and risk tolerance is something only you can decide.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	$1.03M	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	-2.5%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	13	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	52	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$680	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	7.1%	N/A

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