Croydon Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Croydon Safety
Crime Type Distribution Click category for details
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
Croydon Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Croydon Schools
Local Schools 1
Nearby Top Schools 6
Yarra Valley Grammar
Tintern Grammar
Oxley Christian College
Luther College
Billanook College
Ringwood Secondary College
Suburbs Near CROYDON
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📍 About Croydon
CROYDON is situated in Eastern Melbourne, home to 28,608 residents across a compact area with a population density of 2,029 people per square kilometre, according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The local housing market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.9M, representing a substantial 76% increase over the past decade. Units are more affordable at a median price of $0.7M.
Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, with VCAA 2025 VCE results showing the local public school Melba Secondary College ranked #124 among public schools, while the nearby private school Yarra Valley Grammar achieved an impressive #16 ranking among private schools.
Safety: Croydon offers residents peace of mind with a crime rate of 5,173 per 100,000 people, which is significantly lower than the Victorian average of 6,810 (0.76x), making it a very safe area according to Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025.
Demographics: The suburb reflects Melbourne's multicultural character, with Chinese residents making up 6.20% of the population (approximately 1,773 people), a proportion that aligns closely with the Victorian average.
Transport: Located approximately 49.4km from the CBD, Croydon offers a 43-minute drive to the city centre. Public transport is well-served with a train station on the Lilydale line, providing convenient rail connections to Melbourne's central areas.