Brighton East

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3187
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A survey of average capital gains or median home price increase in suburbs across the country shows that the VIC suburb obtained a 3.53% growth over a ten-year period. It ranks 3464th on our list of suburbs that property investors should look into.

BRIGHTON EAST, 3187 has a capital gain of -5.02% for the past year, which is lower than average compared to its 11.54% growth within a five-year period.

With the median home price in BRIGHTON EAST sitting at $2,175,000, and the average rent at $1100, property owners could potentially earn a 2.63% increase in gross rental yield.

Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in BRIGHTON EAST are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

BRIGHTON EAST, 3187 in VIC belongs to the local government area of Bayside (Vic.).

Surburb overview

Brighton East is a residential suburb in Melbourne’s inner south-east, located about 12 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne central business district.

The suburb sits within the City of Bayside and is bounded by Nepean Highway to the west, North Road to the north, Centre Road to the south and East Boundary Road to the east.

Brighton East lies inland from the bayside strip and adjoins suburbs including Brighton, Bentleigh and Hampton East.

Census data indicates Brighton East has a moderate population with a demographic profile dominated by families and established households.

The median age is slightly higher than the Melbourne average, reflecting a mix of long-term residents and newer family households.

Housing is largely detached dwellings on suburban blocks, with increasing medium-density development such as townhouses along main roads and redevelopment sites.

Public transport access is available but less concentrated than in neighbouring bayside suburbs. Bus routes operate along North Road, Centre Road and Nepean Highway, providing connections to railway stations on the Sandringham and Frankston lines.

Travel to the city typically involves a bus-to-train connection, with total journey times varying depending on transfer points and peak periods.

Local amenities are primarily neighbourhood-based. Shopping strips along North Road and Centre Road provide supermarkets, cafés, takeaway food and everyday services.

Larger retail and commercial centres in Brighton, Bentleigh and Southland are within short driving distance.

Educational facilities include several primary schools within the suburb, while secondary schools are located in surrounding areas.

Open space and recreation are notable features of Brighton East. Dendy Park is a major regional park offering sporting fields, walking tracks and off-leash dog areas.

Additional reserves, playgrounds and shared paths support outdoor activity, while the Port Phillip Bay foreshore and beaches are accessible within a short drive.

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