Huntly
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Huntly, VIC 3551.
About Huntly
Welcome to Huntly
Huntly sits on the northern fringe of Bendigo in regional Victoria, a growing outer suburb that still carries a semi-rural feel while offering easy access to the city's services. It's the kind of place where new estates are steadily filling in paddocks that once separated it from the main urban footprint, making it a popular landing spot for young families and first-home buyers looking for space without straying too far from Bendigo's centre.
With a median age of 32 and a population of 3,585, Huntly has the profile of a suburb on the move — younger households, plenty of new builds, and a community still very much in the process of establishing itself. It suits buyers after a newer home, a bigger block, or simply a quieter, more affordable alternative to Bendigo's inner suburbs, while remaining close enough to Ascot and the Harlowe and Viewpoint estates for day-to-day convenience.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Huntly is dominated by houses, which make up around 75% of current listings, alongside a notable 24% share of vacant land — a clear sign of the suburb's ongoing residential expansion. Apartments and units are almost non-existent here, sitting at just 1% of listings, which reflects Huntly's identity as a low-density, family-oriented area rather than a unit or townhouse market.
Most homes are contemporary builds on generous blocks, reflecting the suburb's growth over recent decades, with newer estates such as Harlowe and Viewpoint extending the housing frontier on Huntly's borders. Buyers looking for a knock-down-rebuild or a character cottage will find slimmer pickings than those after a modern four-bedroom home with room for a shed and a trampoline.
The property market
Huntly's median house price currently sits at $645,000, having climbed 12.5% recently — a strong result that points to sustained buyer demand for affordable, land-rich housing on Bendigo's growth corridor. For renters, the median asking rent is $550 a week, reflecting solid interest from tenants who want proximity to Bendigo without inner-city prices.
With land still making up close to a quarter of listings, there's continued opportunity for buyers to secure a block and build, which helps keep a lid on price growth compared with more built-out suburbs closer to the CBD. That mix of established homes and new land releases gives Huntly a broader spread of entry points than many of its neighbours.
Getting around
Huntly is well positioned for those who need to get into Bendigo regularly, with the Calder Highway/Midland Highway corridor providing a direct run south into the city centre. Local roads connect easily to neighbouring Ascot and the newer Harlowe and Viewpoint communities, making school runs and shopping trips straightforward.
While Huntly itself is a car-dependent suburb typical of Bendigo's outer growth areas, its location means Bendigo's train line and broader public transport network — including regional rail services to Melbourne — are only a short drive away, giving residents a practical link to the wider region without the congestion of inner-suburban living.
Schools & families
Huntly Primary School serves as the local educational anchor, giving families in the area a genuine community school right on their doorstep. This, combined with the suburb's younger median age of 32, underlines Huntly's appeal to families with young children who want a settled, growing community to put down roots in.
For secondary schooling and additional educational options, families typically look to the wider Bendigo network, which is within easy reach given Huntly's position on the city's northern edge.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Huntly leans toward the relaxed and practical rather than the cafe-strip lifestyle of inner Bendigo. Residents tend to enjoy the space and quiet of a semi-rural setting while relying on nearby Ascot and greater Bendigo for cafes, restaurants and entertainment options.
It's a suburb that rewards those who value a slower pace, larger gardens and a genuine sense of community, with local life often centred around the primary school, sporting clubs and the steady rhythm of a suburb still finding its shape.
Market snapshot
Huntly property market
Median sale price
$645k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$550
per week
Gross rental yield
4.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$374k
Median
$645k
Premium
$915k
Days on market
31
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
109
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +2.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Huntly by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Huntly, VIC 3551.
Population
3,585
residents (2021)
Median age
32
years
Household income
$1,882
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Huntly
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Huntly
$285k
13 Caviar Court
Sold ~July 2026
$685k
83 Waratah Road
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
10 Jenolian Street
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
66 Whirrakee Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$635k
19 Goldsworthy Street
Sold ~July 2026
$425k
42 Rennie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$645k
45 Charters Way
Sold ~July 2026
$810k
29 Egans Road
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Huntly suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Huntly?
The median house price in Huntly, VIC is $645k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.5%.
How much is rent in Huntly?
The median weekly rent in Huntly is around $550 per week.
Is Huntly a good place to live?
Huntly is a suburb in northern Bendigo, Victoria, Australia in the City of Greater Bendigo local government area, 169 kilometres north of the state capital, Melbourne. Huntly is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 3,585 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Huntly?
Huntly has a population of 3,585 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 32.
What schools are in Huntly?
There is 1 school in or near Huntly, including Huntly Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Huntly?
Properties in Huntly take around 31 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Huntly?
Entry-level properties in Huntly start around $374k, while premium homes reach $915k.
What suburbs are near Huntly?
Suburbs near Huntly include Harlowe Bendigo Huntly, Viewpoint Huntly Bendigo Huntly and Ascot.
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