Geographic Information
Description of Australia
Australia likes to describe itself as a ‘land of plenty’ and this is certainly no boast. Coral reefs, endless beaches, lofty mountains and burning deserts with fascinating natural rock formations contrast with bustling towns and cosmopolitan cities. Frequently ranked as one of the countries with the highest quality of life in the world, it is a dream destination for expats. Indeed, Australia ranks just below Spain and France as one of the main targets for British buyers looking to retire in the sun. The superb climate encourages an outdoor lifestyle; the cuisine is superb and varied, and the local wines are rightly celebrated all over the world. Investors interested in what is a well developed rental market will also note Australia’s stable economy and its growing property prices, partly driven by demand from overseas.
Current Property Prices in Australia
10,872 properties listed for sale in Australia
1 bed apartments:
65 listed for sale£25,517 to £426,041
Average: £164,146
2 bed apartments:
181 listed for sale£45,420 to £847,160
Average: £229,637
3 bed apartments:
84 listed for sale£76,551 to £2,041,348
Average: £338,184
2 bed houses:
426 listed for sale£22,965 to £1,531,011
Average: £168,153
3 bed houses:
1356 listed for sale£26,798 to £6,015,978
Average: £203,572
4 bed houses:
934 listed for sale£50,523 to £4,593,034
Average: £267,426
5 bed houses:
178 listed for sale£68,896 to £1,528,605
Average: £340,089
Key Facts:
Currency: AUDTime Zone: various (UTC+8 to +10.5)
DialCode: +61
Languages: None{{refn
Capital: Canberra
Population: 21,507,717
GDP: $1.252 trillion
Latest News & Features for Australia
Latest News
New home sales see “modest decline” Down Under
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House prices in Australia’s capital cities up 11pc
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First direct flight from Australia to Europe will take off in 2018
Stamp duty burden grows for Australian families
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Asian investors turn to fringes of Perth
Melbourne leads Australian population growth
Chinese investment doubles Down Under
Growth returns to new home approvals in Australia
Australia set for another year of low rates
Expats in Australia head to New South Wales and Victoria
Australian housing approvals enjoy positive start to 2017
House prices in Australia’s capital cities up 11pc
Shanghai: Asia Pacific’s number one for real estate investment
Why long-term investment pays off in Australia
More people living in Melbourne as Australian population grows
First direct flight from Australia to Europe will take off in 2018
Stamp duty burden grows for Australian families
Hobart and Canberra: Australia’s new investment hotspots?
Positive signals from Perth land market
Which foreigners are buying up Australia’s farmland?
Melbourne still the world’s most liveable city
Compared: Which is the best tax-friendly location to live?
Asia Pacific ranked most improved for real estate transparency
Asian investors turn to fringes of Perth
Melbourne leads Australian population growth
Chinese investment doubles Down Under
Growth returns to new home approvals in Australia
Australia set for another year of low rates
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