Maryborough West

POSTAL CODE: QLD, 4650
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Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in MARYBOROUGH WEST are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

This number can mean, real estate investors could earn a rental income of N/A based on current median home prices for the suburb.

On average, rents on listings have reached the N/A mark, reflecting a N/A increase in returns based on the current median price in MARYBOROUGH WEST.

MARYBOROUGH WEST, 4650 ranks 963rd in QLD in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

While it ranks 1018th on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in QLD, posting a N/A return.

Surburb overview

Maryborough is a regional city in central Victoria, approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Melbourne’s CBD and about 70 kilometres north of Ballarat within the Central Goldfields Shire. Established during the Victorian gold rush of the 1850s, the city developed as an important mining and commercial centre and retains an extensive collection of heritage buildings that reflect its historical significance. Maryborough is situated on the traditional lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung people.

According to the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census, Maryborough had a population of 8,421 people with a median age of 52 years. Detached houses comprise the predominant housing type, with a mix of established residential neighbourhoods, heritage properties and newer housing estates. The city serves as the principal service centre for the Central Goldfields region, supporting surrounding rural communities with a broad range of employment, education and healthcare services.

Road access is provided via the Pyrenees Highway and Sunraysia Highway, connecting Maryborough with Ballarat, Bendigo, Castlemaine and Melbourne. Public transport includes V/Line rail services to Ballarat and Melbourne, together with regional bus services linking the city with neighbouring towns throughout central Victoria. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of transport for many residents, although rail and bus services provide additional regional connectivity.

Maryborough provides a comprehensive range of essential services, including supermarkets, retail shopping, medical centres, the Maryborough District Health Service, pharmacies, primary and secondary schools, community facilities and government services. Additional tertiary education and specialist healthcare services are available in Ballarat and Bendigo, both of which are accessible by road and public transport.

The city offers a diverse range of recreational and cultural opportunities. Residents and visitors have access to Princes Park, Lake Victoria, sporting reserves, walking and cycling trails, while notable attractions include the heritage-listed Maryborough Railway Station, the Central Goldfields Art Gallery and the annual Highland Gathering. The surrounding goldfields region also provides opportunities to explore historic mining sites, state forests, nature reserves, local markets and community events held throughout the year.

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