Carrum
Carrum Property & Rent
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Carrum 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
Carrum Community Overview
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Carrum Schools
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📍 About Carrum
CARRUM is located in South-Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census recorded a population of 4,239 residents, creating a population density of 2726 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows strong property performance with median house prices at $1.1M, representing impressive growth of 94% over 10 years. Units have also performed well, with median prices reaching $0.8M after rising 66% over the same period.
Education: There are no secondary schools located within the suburb itself.
Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates Carrum maintains a crime rate of 5732 per 100,000 residents, which sits at 0.84x the Victorian average of 6810, positioning it as a safe area for residents.
Demographics: The suburb has a modest Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 1.70% of the population, approximately 72 people.
Transport: Carrum sits approximately 47.3km from the CBD, translating to about 40 minutes by car. The suburb benefits from rail connectivity via a train station on the Frankston Line|Stony Point Line.