Boronia Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Boronia Safety
Crime Type Distribution Click category for details
Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
Boronia Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Boronia Schools
Local Schools 1
Nearby Top Schools 6
Waverley Christian College
St Andrews Christian College
The Knox School
St Joseph's College
Fairhills High School
Bayswater Secondary College
Suburbs Near BORONIA
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📍 About Boronia
BORONIA is situated in Eastern Melbourne, home to 23,607 residents with a population density of 2112 people/km² according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The local property market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.9M, representing a substantial 70% increase over the past decade. Units have also performed well, reaching a median of $0.7M with a 61% rise over the same 10-year period.
Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, with local public school Boronia K-12 College ranking #143 among public schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results. For those considering private education, nearby Waverley Christian College offers excellent academic standards, ranking #35 among private schools.
Safety: Residents enjoy a secure environment, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a crime rate of 6096 per 100,000 people. This sits comfortably below the state benchmark at 0.90x the Victorian average of 6810, making it a safe area for families.
Demographics: The suburb reflects Melbourne's multicultural character, with Chinese residents making up 8.20% of the population (approximately 1,935 people), which aligns closely with the Victorian average.
Transport: Commuters benefit from convenient access to the city, with the CBD approximately 43.8km away, translating to a 43-minute drive. Public transport users can take advantage of the local train station on the Belgrave line.