Warracknabeal
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Warracknabeal, VIC 3393.
About Warracknabeal
Welcome to Warracknabeal
Warracknabeal sits in the heart of the Wimmera Mallee region in western Victoria, around 340 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. It's the administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding wheat and sheep country, a town whose wide streets and grand old buildings speak to a long history as a prosperous rural service centre.
With a population of 2,359 and a median age of 50, Warracknabeal suits those after an affordable, unhurried lifestyle — retirees, farming families and anyone keen to swap city commutes and price tags for space, community and a genuine country pace of life.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Warracknabeal revolves around the town centre, where cafes, pubs and local eateries serve up the kind of unpretentious hospitality small towns do well. The Yarriambiack Creek runs through town and is a focal point for walking and relaxing, while the town's historic streetscape, including landmarks like the old water tower and heritage shopfronts, gives Warracknabeal a strong sense of place. Community events, agricultural shows and local sporting fixtures are woven into everyday life here, and there's a real sense that people know their neighbours.
Shopping
As the commercial centre for the northern Wimmera, Warracknabeal's main street covers most day-to-day needs, from supermarkets and pharmacies to banks, hardware and rural suppliers. It's the kind of town where locals from smaller surrounding communities come in for their weekly shop, and for anything more specialised, Horsham and the wider Wimmera region are within reach by car.
Getting around
Warracknabeal is well positioned on the Henty Highway, making it an easy drive to Horsham to the south and Hopetoun and the Mallee to the north. A car is essential for getting around and connecting to larger regional centres, as the town's low density and rural surrounds mean most errands, school runs and work trips are done by road. Coach services link Warracknabeal to the broader Victorian rail network for those travelling further afield.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Warracknabeal Primary School and Warracknabeal Secondary College providing a full run of schooling within town, alongside Warracknabeal Special Developmental School for students with additional needs. Having primary, secondary and specialist education all based in the one town is a real drawcard for families who want their children to be able to walk or take a short drive to school rather than travelling long distances, as is common in many rural areas.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Warracknabeal reflects its history as a substantial rural town, with character weatherboard and brick homes on generous blocks alongside newer builds. Current listings show a dwelling mix of 62% houses, 31% land and 8% apartments or units, pointing to solid opportunities for those wanting to build as well as buy established. Larger allotments are common, giving residents room for sheds, gardens and the kind of space that's hard to find in metropolitan areas.
The property market
Warracknabeal offers some of the more accessible housing figures you'll find in Victoria, with a median house price of $299,000 and median rent of $360 a week. Despite these affordable levels, the market has shown solid momentum, with recent house price growth of 19.6%, suggesting renewed buyer interest in what the town offers for the money. For first-home buyers, investors chasing rental yield, or those looking to relocate from the city without stretching their budget, Warracknabeal presents a compelling entry point into regional Victorian real estate.
Market snapshot
Warracknabeal property market
Median sale price
$299k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$360
per week
Gross rental yield
6.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$177k
Median
$299k
Premium
$440k
Days on market
83
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
35
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +9.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Warracknabeal by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Warracknabeal, VIC 3393.
Population
2,359
residents (2021)
Median age
50
years
Household income
$1,079
median, per week
Median rent
$180
per week
Median mortgage
$737
per month
Mortgage / income
16%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Warracknabeal
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Warracknabeal
$260k
3a O'Callaghan Street
Sold ~July 2026
$339k
85 Devereux Street
Sold ~July 2026
$209k
12 ARNOLD STREET
Sold ~July 2026
$295k
1 Bowman Street
Sold ~July 2026
$444k
17 Kokoda Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$280k
38 Gardiner Street
Sold ~June 2026
$180k
4 Franklin Street
Sold ~June 2026
$229k
2 & 3 Henty Highway
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Warracknabeal
Compare the area
Price map around Warracknabeal
Every listing for sale near Warracknabeal, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Warracknabeal suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Warracknabeal?
The median house price in Warracknabeal, VIC is $299k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 19.6%.
How much is rent in Warracknabeal?
The median weekly rent in Warracknabeal is around $360 per week.
Is Warracknabeal a good place to live?
Warracknabeal is a town in the Australian state of Victoria, located in the Victorian wheatbelt. Warracknabeal is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 2,359 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Warracknabeal?
Warracknabeal has a population of 2,359 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 50.
What schools are in Warracknabeal?
There are 3 schools in or near Warracknabeal, including Warracknabeal Special Developmental School, Warracknabeal Primary School and Warracknabeal Secondary College.
How long do homes take to sell in Warracknabeal?
Properties in Warracknabeal take around 83 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Warracknabeal?
Entry-level properties in Warracknabeal start around $177k, while premium homes reach $440k.
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