Linton

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3360
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LINTON ranks 665th in VIC when it comes to estimated capital gains experienced by property investors over the past three years.

The suburb’s capital gain of 0% for the past year is lower than average compared to its 26.47% growth within a five-year period.

Also in LINTON, the median home price is sitting at $430,000, and the average rent at N/A, this suggests property owners could potentially earn a N/A increase in gross rental yield.

Property investors have seen a 24.35% gain in LINTON based on an increase in median home prices for the past three months.

A survey of average capital gains or median home price increase in suburbs across the country shows that this suburb obtained a 22.77% growth over a ten-year period. It ranks 3549th on our list of suburbs that property investors should look into.

Surburb overview

Linton is a small township in western Victoria, located within the Golden Plains Shire.

The town lies approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Ballarat and about 140 kilometres west of Melbourne by road.

It is positioned along the Glenelg Highway, providing road connections to Ballarat, Skipton and Hamilton.

At the 2021 Census, Linton recorded a population of around 700 residents, reflecting its role as a local service centre for the surrounding rural district.

The demographic profile includes families, older residents, and individuals employed in agriculture, the trades, and regional services.

Housing consists mainly of detached dwellings, including historic cottages within the township and larger properties on the outskirts.

Linton developed during the 19th-century gold rush and retains several heritage buildings that contribute to its historic character.

Agriculture is a key land use in the surrounding area, with grazing and cropping common across the district’s open plains.

The township includes a primary school, a hotel, a general store, and community facilities serving residents.

Secondary education, major supermarkets and healthcare services are generally accessed in Ballarat.

Ballarat provides public and private schooling options, retail precincts and health services, including Ballarat Base Hospital.

Public transport options within Linton are limited, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel.

Ballarat railway station offers regular V/Line train services to Melbourne’s Southern Cross Station, supporting regional connectivity.

Recreational opportunities include access to the Ballarat-Skipton Rail Trail, local sporting clubs and community events that support the township’s rural population.

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