๐Ÿ“ฎ Torquay postcode: 3228

Torquay Median Property Value & Market Data (VIC)

Torquay, Victoriaยท Surf Coastยท 3228
Torquay has a median property value in line with Victoria averagesUpdated 2 Apr 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Torquay has a median property value in line with Victoria averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$800kโ€“$1.1M
Suburb
Torquay, VIC
Key Price Driver
Proximity to CBD and school catchments
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
3228
Highest high-risk exposure
24% of land (bushfire)

Median Property Value Analysis

Torquay in Victoria sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across Victoria. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Torquay are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across Victoria.

For buyers considering Torquay, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Torquay, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Torquay (postcode 3228) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (24% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (10.4% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Torquay โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a comprehensive bushfire management plan

Immediate

Implement measures to reduce fuel loads, improve firebreaks, and educate residents about bushfire safety.

Est. cost: Medium

Invest in coastal protection measures

Near-term

Construct seawalls, restore dunes, and implement managed retreat strategies to protect coastal properties and infrastructure.

Est. cost: High

Implement heatwave preparedness strategies

Immediate

Establish cooling centers, provide assistance to vulnerable residents, and promote water conservation.

Est. cost: Low

Upgrade stormwater drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Improve drainage systems to reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents and businesses to reduce water consumption through education and incentives.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Surf Coast Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Torquay?

The median property value for Torquay in Victoria provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in Victoria vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Torquay compare to Victoria averages?

Torquay sits within the Victoria property market. Statewide median prices in Victoria range from $800k to $1.1M depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Torquay.

What factors affect property values in Torquay?

Property values in Torquay are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Torquay?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Torquay. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Torquay is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 24% of Torquay in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 51.3% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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