Wollert suburb profile
Wollert is a rapidly growing suburb located in Melbourne's northern corridor, approximately 26km from the CBD. Known for its expansive landscapes and emerging residential developments, Wollert offers a blend of rural charm and modern living. The suburb is attracting families and young professionals seeking affordable housing options and a peaceful environment. With plans for new schools, shopping centres, and improved transport links, Wollert is poised for significant growth. Its proximity to established suburbs like Epping and Craigieburn provides residents with access to a range of amenities while enjoying the tranquility of a developing community.
Wollert property market performance
Current median dwelling price$595,500Past 3 months
Property growth+1.1%Past 12 months
Wollert’s property market has shown moderate growth over the past 12 months, with house values increasing by 5.5%. The current median house price stands at $701,500. In contrast, unit values have seen a smaller increase of 2.4%, though the median unit price is not available due to limited sales data.
Sales activity has been robust for houses, with 224 sold in the past year, while only 3 units were sold, indicating a stronger demand for houses. Houses are selling relatively quickly, with a median of 46 days on the market, compared to 80 days for units, suggesting a slower unit market.
The rental market in Wollert has remained stable over the last 12 months, with no change in average rent for both houses and units, which are $560 and $498, respectively.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $706K | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 5.2% | -3.1% |
Sold Past 3 months | 232 | 4 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 45 | 80 |
Average rent Past 12 months | $560 | $498 |
Change in rent Past 12 months | -3.4% | -4.2% |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Wollert demographics
Wollert, located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, is a rapidly growing area known for its family-friendly environment and modern housing developments. With a population of 24,407 and a median age of 30, Wollert is a youthful suburb attracting young families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the city. The suburb's proximity to Melbourne's CBD, combined with its emerging infrastructure, makes it an appealing choice for those looking to balance work and family life.
The housing market in Wollert is predominantly owner-occupied, with 64.4% of properties owned with a mortgage, reflecting the suburb's appeal to first-time homebuyers and young families. The high percentage of couple families with children, at 63.1%, underscores Wollert's reputation as a family-oriented community. Additionally, 23.7% of households are couple families without children, indicating a diverse demographic mix.
Wollert's community is characterized by its strong family presence, with one-parent families making up 11.7% of the population. The suburb's modern amenities, parks, and schools cater to the needs of its residents, providing a supportive environment for raising children. As Wollert continues to develop, it offers a promising future for those seeking a suburban lifestyle with the convenience of city access, making it an attractive option for families and young professionals alike.
Wollert infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Wollert is undergoing rapid residential expansion, with large masterplanned estates and townhome projects continuing to roll out across the suburb, supporting strong population growth and adding to housing supply.[3][6] The area benefits from proximity to established employment and retail hubs in Epping and Craigieburn, including major shopping centres and health services, which underpins buyer demand and enhances day-to-day convenience for residents.[3][7]
Local amenity is improving as new parks, playgrounds and community facilities are progressively delivered within newer estates, lifting overall livability and appealing particularly to young families.[7][8] Public transport access remains focused on bus links to nearby Epping and Craigieburn train stations, so any future upgrades to road capacity or new transit connections would likely have a material impact on commuting times and property desirability, but no major new transport projects specific to Wollert are publicly confirmed at this time.[3][4]
Wollert rental market trends
The rental market in Wollert has remained stable over the past year, with no change in house rents, which stand at $560 per week, and unit rents, which remain at $498 per week. This stability suggests a balanced market, providing consistent opportunities for both renters and investors in this developing suburb.
Suburbs near Wollert
Some popular suburbs near Wollert include:
How does Wollert compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Wollert’s median house price is 10.3% higher than Woodstock’s.
- Median unit prices: Wollert’s median unit price is 29.3% higher than Epping’s.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Wollert have grown 0.9% higher than in Mernda.
- Unit price growth: Property prices in nearby Mernda have risen 10.4% more than in Wollert over the past year.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Wollert are selling 37.5% faster than in Woodstock.
- Selling speed for units: Properties in nearby Mernda are selling 56.3% faster than in Wollert.
- Investment considerations: In Wollert, the rental yield for house is 11.1% lower than the Melbourne average, while the rental yield for units is 15.0% lower.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Wollert have grown 30.8% lower than the average rate of growth across Melbourne.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Wollert have grown 19.3% lower than the average rate of growth for units across Melbourne.

