Beechworth at a glance
Median house
$890,000
Median unit
$246,960
Walk score
64
Somewhat walkable
Population
4,274
Median age 49
The brief
What to know about Beechworth.
The postcode for Beechworth is 3747 (VIC).
The median house price in Beechworth is $890,000.
Beechworth (3747) sits in the Wangaratta region of Victoria. The median house here is $890,000, in line with the Victoria median of around $850K.
Beechworth has roughly 4,274 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied. The area is somewhat walkable for a typical errand run, but a car still helps for grocery runs and weekend trips.
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What it’s like to live here.
Beechworth scores 64/100 on walkability, which makes it somewhat walkable with limited public transport. A short drive opens up most amenities; a car-light household is workable but not optimal.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 2 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic, 1 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Beechworth's population at 4,274, with a median age of 49. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (76% own, 20% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (67% family households, 31% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
4,274
Median age
49
Family households
67%
Lone person
31%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $890,000 on a typical sale, in line with the Victoria median. Units come in around $246,960, roughly 72% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $178,000. Prices are in line with the Victoria median, so the broader state lending settings apply.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$890,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $246,960.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$300/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$300/wk
Owner occupied
76%
Renter occupied
20%
At a deeper level
$890,000
$246,960
4,274
Median age: 49
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Gross rental yield on houses sits at 1.75% (median rent $300/wk against a $890,000 price tag). Units yield 6.32% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (20%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20261.75%
Based on $890,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20266.32%
Based on $246,960 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202676%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
120
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
64
0
80
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
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Education
Schools in Beechworth.
Local schools for Beechworth
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Government School Catchment
Beechworth Primary School
Beechworth Secondary College
Wooragee Primary School
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Frequently asked
About Beechworth.
- What is the median house price in Beechworth?
- The median house price in Beechworth, VIC 3747 is $890,000. The median unit price is $246,960.
- What is the Beechworth postcode?
- Beechworth is in the 3747 postcode, in VIC, in the Rural City of Wangaratta region.
- Where is Beechworth?
- Beechworth is a regional suburb in VIC, postcode 3747, in the Rural City of Wangaratta region.
- What is the average rent in Beechworth?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $300, for units it's $300.
- What schools are in Beechworth?
- There are 5 schools serving Beechworth on this page, including Beechworth Primary School, Beechworth Secondary College, St Joseph's School.
- How walkable is Beechworth?
- Beechworth has a Walk Score of 64 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 0, bike score 80.
- What suburbs are near Beechworth?
- Beechworth is close to Silver Creek, Baarmutha, Hurdle Flat, Wooragee, Woolshed.
- What is the population of Beechworth?
- The population of Beechworth is approximately 4,274 (2021 Census). The median age is 49.
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Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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