Clayton South
Clayton South Property & Rent
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Clayton 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
Clayton South Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Clayton South Schools
Local Schools 1
Nearby Top Schools 5
John Monash Science School
Heatherton Christian College
Killester College
Minaret College
Keysborough Secondary College
Suburbs Near CLAYTON SOUTH
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📍 About Clayton South
CLAYTON SOUTH is situated in South-Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 13,381 residents across the area, creating a density of 1686 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price has reached $1.0M, representing strong growth of 66% over the past decade. Units have also performed well, with a median price of $0.7M after rising 32% over 10 years.
Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results highlight the local public option Westall Secondary College, which ranks #186 among public schools. Families also have access to nearby Heatherton Christian College, a private school ranked #93 in its category.
Safety: The Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) reports a crime rate of 7907 per 100,000 residents, which sits at 1.16 times the Victorian average of 6810. This places the area close to typical Victorian safety levels.
Demographics: The suburb hosts a substantial Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 20.10% of the population, totalling approximately 2,689 people.
Transport: Clayton South sits approximately 25.5km from the CBD, with a typical drive time of 33 minutes. Public transport connectivity is provided through a train station serving both the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines.