Yarra Ranges Council
Emerald
Emerald at a glance
Median house
$922,500
Sales data pending
Median unit
$316,800
Sales data pending
Days on market
–
Average to sell
Walk score
56
Somewhat walkable
Population
7,974
Median age 43
About
Welcome to Emerald.
Emerald is a suburb in Victoria.
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Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$922,500
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $316,800.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$383/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$326/wk
Owner occupied
–
Renter occupied
–
At a deeper level
$922,500
Sales data pending
$316,800
Sales data pending
–
Average days to sell
7,974
Median age: 43
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Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.16%
Based on $922,500 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20265.35%
Based on $316,800 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–
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.
Who lives here
Demographics.
Population
7,974
Median age
43
Family households
–
Lone person
–
Safety
Crime and safety.
188
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.
56
0
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Nearby suburbs
Education
Schools in Emerald.
Local schools for Emerald
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Emerald Primary School
Emerald Secondary College
Menzies Creek Primary School
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
639 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
26.0°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
6.5°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Melbourne (Olympic Park) (65 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Emerald.
- What is the median house price in Emerald?
- The median house price in Emerald, VIC 3782 is $922,500. The median unit price is $316,800. Annual growth is +0.0%.
- What is the Emerald postcode?
- Emerald is in the 3782 postcode, in VIC, in the Yarra Ranges Council region.
- What is the average rent in Emerald?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $383, for units it's $326.
- What schools are in Emerald?
- There are 20 schools serving Emerald on this page, including Emerald Primary School, Emerald Secondary College, Menzies Creek Primary School.
- How walkable is Emerald?
- Emerald has a Walk Score of 56 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 0, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Emerald?
- Emerald is close to Clematis, Menzies Creek, Kallista, Avonsleigh, Cockatoo.
- What is the population of Emerald?
- Emerald has approximately 7,974 residents. The median age is 43.
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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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