Question 1

How many NDIS participants are in Victoria?

Accepted Answer

Victoria has over 170,000 active NDIS participants, the second-largest participant base in Australia, with the majority concentrated across Greater Melbourne, Geelong, and Ballarat.

Question 2

What is the NDIS market like in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne offers diverse participant demographics, strong demand across every service stream, and one of the most mature provider landscapes in Australia. Western and northern growth corridors show the strongest unmet demand.

Question 3

Are there NDIS businesses for sale in regional Victoria?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly list businesses in Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, the Latrobe Valley, and Mornington Peninsula, where NDIS demand is growing faster than provider supply.

Question 4

What types of NDIS businesses sell well in Victoria?

Accepted Answer

Support coordination, plan management, allied health, and multi-service providers are consistently in demand. SIL businesses with stable participant cohorts and SDA-enrolled dwellings command premium valuations.

Question 5

How competitive is the Victorian NDIS market?

Accepted Answer

Victoria has one of Australia's most mature provider landscapes, but well-managed businesses with clean NDIS Commission audits, strong participant retention, and credentialled staff continue to attract multiple buyers.

Question 6

What is a typical sale multiple for a Victorian NDIS business?

Accepted Answer

Most Victorian NDIS businesses transact between 2.5x and 4x adjusted EBITDA. Plan management platforms with scalable tech and SIL providers with long-tenure participants can exceed 4.5x.

Question 7

How long does it take to sell an NDIS business in Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Well-prepared Melbourne listings typically take 4–8 months from launch to settlement, including buyer due diligence, contract negotiation, and the change-of-controller notification to the NDIS Commission.

Question 8

Can I transfer SCHADS Award employees during a Victorian NDIS sale?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In a share sale, employees continue under the existing entity. In an asset sale, the buyer must offer transfer of employment on no less favourable terms under the Fair Work Act, including continuity of service and accrued entitlements.