Box Hill
Box Hill Property & Rent
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Box Hill Safety
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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
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📍 About Box Hill
BOX HILL is located in Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 14,353 residents across the suburb, creating a population density of 4075 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price has reached $1.7M, representing a substantial 60% increase over the past 10 years. Units are more affordable at a median price of $0.5M, which reflects a 22% rise over the same period.
Education: The suburb offers strong educational options, with VCAA 2025 VCE results showing Box Hill High School performing well among public schools at #12, while Our Lady of Sion College holds the #66 position among private schools.
Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates a crime rate of 13029 per 100,000 residents, which is 1.91 times the Victorian average of 6810, placing the suburb slightly above average for crime levels.
Demographics: Box Hill is home to one of Melbourne's most significant Chinese communities, with Chinese residents representing 46.60% of the population, approximately 6,688 people.
Transport: The suburb sits approximately 20.9km from the CBD, with a typical 30-minute drive by car. Public transport is well-served by a train station on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines.