Wy Yung
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Wy Yung, VIC 3875.
About Wy Yung
Welcome to Wy Yung
Wy Yung sits on the eastern edge of Bairnsdale in Victoria's Gippsland region, close enough to the town's shops and services to feel like an extension of it, but with a distinctly rural, spread-out feel of its own. It's the kind of place where paddocks and newer housing estates sit side by side, and where the Mitchell River isn't far from anyone's back door.
With a population of around 1,940 and a median age of 46, Wy Yung tends to attract families and older buyers looking for a quieter, more land-rich alternative to central Bairnsdale, while still being able to walk or drive the short distance into town for everything from schooling to shopping.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Wy Yung is generally low-key, with most day-to-day socialising and dining happening a short trip away in Bairnsdale, where the main street offers a broader spread of cafes, pubs and restaurants than the suburb itself. Locally, the appeal is more about space, quiet, and proximity to the Mitchell River and surrounding countryside than a strip of cafes on your doorstep.
For those who like to potter in the garden, fish, or simply enjoy a bit of elbow room, Wy Yung's blend of established houses and newer land releases suits a slower pace, while still keeping the conveniences of a regional town within easy reach.
Getting around
Wy Yung's location on the fringe of Bairnsdale makes getting around straightforward, with the town centre and its train station on the Gippsland line just a few minutes' drive away, useful for those commuting or travelling into Melbourne. The Princes Highway also runs nearby, linking Wy Yung to neighbouring communities including Lucknow, Eastwood, Ellaswood and Granite Rock, as well as further afield towns across Gippsland.
Most residents rely on cars given the semi-rural nature of the area, though the short distance into Bairnsdale means local buses and town services aren't far off either.
Schools & families
Families in Wy Yung are well placed for schooling, with Gippsland Grammar's Bairnsdale Campus located nearby, offering an independent education option without needing to leave the local area. Combined with Bairnsdale's wider network of primary and secondary schools, families have a reasonable spread of choices without a long commute.
The suburb's larger blocks and quieter streets also tend to appeal to families wanting more space for kids and pets than a typical in-town block would allow.
The property market
Wy Yung's current median house price sits at $750,000, though the market has cooled recently, with prices down 15.3% over the past year. That pullback is worth noting for buyers watching the area, as it may reflect a broader softening in regional Gippsland demand or simply the natural volatility that comes with a smaller number of sales in a suburb this size.
Current listings are evenly split between established houses and vacant land, each making up half of what's on the market. That mix reflects Wy Yung's ongoing appeal to buyers wanting to build new, alongside those after an existing home, and points to a suburb still in the midst of some residential growth on its fringes.
Parks & recreation
The Mitchell River is one of Wy Yung's biggest natural assets, offering opportunities for walking, fishing and simply enjoying the outdoors close to home. The surrounding rural landscape also means there's plenty of open space nearby, even if formal parks and recreational facilities are more concentrated in central Bairnsdale.
For organised sport, community facilities and larger recreational reserves, residents typically head into Bairnsdale or neighbouring Lucknow, both just a short drive from home.
Market snapshot
Wy Yung property market
Median sale price
$750k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
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per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$533k
Median
$750k
Premium
$1.22m
Days on market
83
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
13
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +0.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Wy Yung by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Wy Yung, VIC 3875.
Population
1,940
residents (2021)
Median age
46
years
Household income
$1,506
median, per week
Median rent
$278
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Wy Yung
Independent & Catholic schools
Gippsland Grammar - Bairnsdale Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Wy Yung
$240k
29 Lanteris Road
Sold ~July 2026
$455k
31 Dwyer Street
Sold ~July 2026
$430k
85 Kingsley Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$998k
140 Clifton West Road
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
41-43 Tierney Street
Sold ~June 2026
$649k
5 Riverview Close
Sold ~June 2026
$650k
2 Counihan St
Sold ~June 2026
$945k
11 The Boulevarde
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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Common questions
Wy Yung suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Wy Yung?
The median house price in Wy Yung, VIC is $750k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 15.3%.
Is Wy Yung a good place to live?
Wy Yung is a town in Victoria, Australia, located on Great Alpine Road, in the Shire of East Gippsland near Bairnsdale. Wy Yung is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 1,940 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Wy Yung?
Wy Yung has a population of 1,940 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 46.
What schools are in Wy Yung?
There is 1 school in or near Wy Yung, including Gippsland Grammar - Bairnsdale Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Wy Yung?
Properties in Wy Yung take around 83 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Wy Yung?
Entry-level properties in Wy Yung start around $533k, while premium homes reach $1.22m.
What suburbs are near Wy Yung?
Suburbs near Wy Yung include Eastwood, Bairnsdale, Ellaswood, Lucknow and Granite Rock.
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