Clarinda
Clarinda Property & Rent
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Clarinda 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
Clarinda Community Overview
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Clarinda Schools
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📍 About Clarinda
CLARINDA is situated in South-Eastern Melbourne and home to 7,441 residents with a population density of 2120 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 $1.1M, representing a 62% increase over the past decade. Units have performed similarly well, with a median price of $0.8M following a 65% rise over the same 10-year period.
Education: Educational options in the area include Heatherton Christian College, a local private school that achieved a ranking of #93 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Clarinda enjoys excellent safety credentials, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) recording a crime rate of 3870 per 100,000 residents. This represents just 0.57 times the Victorian average of 6810, establishing it as a very safe area for families and residents.
Demographics: The suburb has a moderate Chinese community presence, with Chinese residents making up 11.10% of the population, numbering approximately 825 people.
Transport: Commuters will find Clarinda approximately 25.5km from the CBD, with typical car journey times of around 33 minutes. While there's no train station directly within the suburb, rail services are available in the neighbouring area.