Average rent in Upwey - Tecoma, VIC2026

Upwey - Tecoma sits in the Yarra Ranges local government area, 34km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 9,777 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $375/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 11% 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
9,777

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Melbourne
34 km
Households renting
11%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
17%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Yarra Ranges

Renting in Upwey - Tecoma

Upwey - Tecoma runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $375/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (88% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 11% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (98%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 41 and a population around 9,777. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 17% of residents were born overseas. Upwey - Tecoma is 34km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Upwey - Tecoma?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Upwey - Tecoma, VIC was $375. 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 Upwey - Tecoma rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Upwey - Tecoma came in at $375 — 3% above. Upwey - Tecoma sits 34km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 98% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Upwey - Tecoma have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Upwey - Tecoma's $375/week (ABS 2021) include Reservoir - North West, Craigieburn - North, Sunbury. Bayswater, Point Nepean, Melbourne CBD - West sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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