“Darwin has emerged as the standout performer, with 79% of its markets ranked positively, driven by surging sales volumes and rising demand,” said Hotspotting director Terry Ryder (pictured above). “Regional South Australia continues to deliver quietly consistent results, with two-thirds of markets classified as rising or stable, while Melbourne is staging its strongest comeback in years, with 63% of suburbs on an upward trajectory.”
Ryder added that while major cities often draw the most attention, “the best opportunities for growth aren’t always in the largest or loudest markets.”
Meanwhile, Hotspotting general manager Tim Graham highlighted growing interest in the more affordable unit segment, particularly in markets such as Sydney and Canberra.
“These markets have become a more prominent part of the recovery story in cities like Sydney and Canberra, where attached dwellings are increasingly in demand and leading the growth in some locations,” Graham said.
He also pointed to broader signs of market revival across the country. “At a national level, we’re also seeing a shift in market sentiment. Investors are returning,” Graham said. “Transaction volumes are rising; and across much of the country, we’re witnessing a broader pattern of recovery and growth take hold.”