Silvan suburb profile
Silvan is a picturesque rural suburb located in Victoria's Yarra Valley, renowned for its lush landscapes and agricultural heritage. Known for its fertile soil, Silvan is a hub for berry and flower farming, attracting visitors to its annual Tulip Festival and various pick-your-own farms. The suburb offers a tranquil lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it appealing to families and those seeking a peaceful retreat from urban life. Despite its rural charm, Silvan is conveniently situated within reach of Melbourne, providing a perfect balance of country living and city accessibility.
Silvan property market performance
Silvan's property market has shown limited activity over the past 12 months. House values have increased by 6.4%, although the median house price remains at $0, indicating a lack of available data or transactions. No change has been observed in unit values, with the median unit price also at $0, reflecting minimal market activity in this segment.
Sales activity has been sparse, with only 7 houses sold in the past 12 months and no units transacted. Houses have a median time on market of 56 days, suggesting a moderate pace of sales given the limited number of transactions.
The rental market in Silvan has remained static, with no recorded changes in average rent for both houses and units over the last 12 months, further indicating a lack of rental activity or available data in the area.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | N/A | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 6.4% | N/A |
Sold Past 3 months | 7 | N/A |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 56 | N/A |
Average rent Past 12 months | N/A | N/A |
Change in rent Past 12 months | N/A | N/A |
Silvan demographics
Silvan, nestled in the picturesque Yarra Valley region of Victoria, is a charming rural suburb known for its lush landscapes and agricultural heritage. With a population of 1,323, Silvan offers a tranquil lifestyle, attracting families and individuals who appreciate the serenity of country living. The median age of 41 suggests a mature community, with many residents enjoying the balance of rural charm and proximity to larger urban centers.
The suburb's family-oriented nature is evident, with over half of the households being couple families with children, accounting for 50.7% of the community. This is complemented by 41.3% of couple families without children, indicating a strong presence of both young families and established couples. The small percentage of one-parent families, at 8.0%, further highlights the predominance of traditional family structures in Silvan.
Property ownership in Silvan is notably high, with 46.1% of homes owned outright and 43.0% owned with a mortgage. This reflects a stable and invested community, with only 10.9% of properties being rented. The area's appeal lies in its spacious properties and the opportunity for residents to enjoy a rural lifestyle while still being within reach of Melbourne's amenities. Silvan's rich soil and favorable climate make it a hub for horticulture, particularly known for its berry farms and flower cultivation, adding to the suburb's unique charm and economic activity.
Silvan infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Silvan has no major announced redevelopment, transport, or civic infrastructure projects in the current information that would materially change the property market in the near term.
The suburb’s appeal continues to be shaped more by its semi-rural lifestyle, acreage housing, and access to orchards, tourism, and nearby Yarra Ranges amenities than by large-scale urban change. With limited housing stock and a small local market, buyer demand is likely to remain influenced by lifestyle-driven demand rather than new supply from major projects.
Silvan rental market trends
The rental market in Silvan has remained stable over the past year, with no change in house or unit rents, both maintaining a median rent of $0 per week. This indicates a unique market situation, potentially reflecting limited rental activity or data availability in this suburb.
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