Average rent in Diggers Rest, VIC2026

Diggers Rest sits in the Melton local government area, 33km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 5,237 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $396/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,237

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Melbourne
33 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
92%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
24%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Melton

Renting in Diggers Rest

Diggers Rest sits close to the Victoria median, with renters typically paying $396/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $363/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 77% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 21% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (92%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 32 and a population of around 5,237. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 24% of residents were born overseas. 33km from Melbourne, Diggers Rest is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Diggers Rest?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Diggers Rest, VIC was $396. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Diggers Rest rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Diggers Rest sat at $396 — 9% above the state average. The suburb is 33km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (92% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Diggers Rest have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Diggers Rest's $396/week (ABS 2021): Truganina - South East, Carnegie, Roxburgh Park - North. On the higher end, you've got Croydon - West, Mooroolbark, Strathfieldsaye. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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