By David Bonaddio
Publication Date: 2025-12-12 18:00:00
New modeling shows Melbourne’s suburbs are hardest hit by AI-related work disruptions and rising mortgage stress.
Artificial intelligence is identifying financial “danger zones” in Melbourne’s property market that could impact a large number of homeowners within two years.
New models have identified areas where property prices could fall as jobs are replaced or reshaped by advancing technology.
Prahran-Windsor tops Victoria’s risk assessment, followed by Richmond, Cremorne, Bentleigh and McKinnon.
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The data suggests that households in these areas could face sudden income shocks, with many relying on salaries in finance, IT services and professional services, which are already being impacted by AI tools.
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