Rural City of Wangaratta
Buffalo River
Buffalo River at a glance
Median house
$308,000
Median unit
$221,760
Population
285
Median age 54
About
Welcome to Buffalo River.
Buffalo River is a suburb in Victoria.
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Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$308,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $221,760.
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$250/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$130/wk
Owner occupied
80%
Renter occupied
16%
At a deeper level
$308,000
$221,760
285
Median age: 54
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Gross Yield (House)
Source: RTBA, Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (VIC)4.22%
Based on $308,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: RTBA, Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (VIC)3.05%
Based on $221,760 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: RTBA, Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (VIC)–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: RTBA, Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (VIC)–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202680%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: RTBA, Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (VIC)–
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.
Who lives here
Demographics.
Population
285
Median age
54
Family households
77%
Lone person
25%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Safety
Crime and safety.
3
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
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Buffalo River.
Local schools for Buffalo River
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Myrtleford P-12 College
Non-Government Schools
Marian College
St Mary's School
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Frequently asked
About Buffalo River.
- What is the median house price in Buffalo River?
- The median house price in Buffalo River, VIC 3737 is $308,000. The median unit price is $221,760. Annual growth is +0.0%.
- What is the Buffalo River postcode?
- Buffalo River is in the 3737 postcode, in VIC, in the Rural City of Wangaratta region.
- What is the average rent in Buffalo River?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $250, for units it's $130.
- What schools are in Buffalo River?
- There are 3 schools serving Buffalo River on this page, including Marian College, St Mary's School, Myrtleford P-12 College.
- What suburbs are near Buffalo River?
- Buffalo River is close to Merriang South, Merriang, Nug Nug, Myrtleford, Ovens.
- What is the population of Buffalo River?
- Buffalo River has approximately 285 residents. The median age is 54.
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Sources cited
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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