Caulfield South
Caulfield South Property & Rent
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Caulfield South 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
Caulfield South Community Overview
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Caulfield South Schools
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📍 About Caulfield South
CAULFIELD SOUTH is a well-established suburb in South-Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 12,328 residents across a compact area, creating a density of 3767 people/km².
Property: The local real estate market reflects strong performance, with Data Vic Q2 2025 showing median house prices at $2.1M, representing growth of 50% over the past decade. Unit prices have also performed well, reaching a median of $1.1M with 29% growth over the same 10-year period.
Education: Families in the area have access to quality schooling options, including the highly regarded Leibler Yavneh College, a nearby private school that achieved #11 ranking among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Residents enjoy a secure living environment, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) reporting a crime rate of 3561 per 100,000 people. This represents just 0.52 times the Victorian average of 6810, making it a very safe area.
Demographics: The suburb maintains cultural diversity while reflecting broader state patterns, with Chinese residents making up 5.10% of the population (approximately 628 people), which sits close to the Victorian average.
Transport: Commuting to the city is convenient from this location, situated approximately 11.8km from the CBD with a typical 24-minute drive time. While there isn't a train station directly within the suburb, residents can access rail services from neighbouring areas.