Croydon South Property & Rent
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Croydon 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
Croydon South Community Overview
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📍 About Croydon South
CROYDON SOUTH is situated in Eastern Melbourne and home to 4,759 residents with a density of 1856 people/km², according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The suburb offers strong property values, with Data Vic Q2 2025 showing a median house price of $1.0M, representing impressive growth of 73% over the past decade, while median unit prices sit at $0.8M.
Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, including the well-regarded Tintern Grammar, a private school ranked #38 according to VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Croydon South stands out as an extremely safe area, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a crime rate of 3089 per 100,000 residents—significantly lower at 0.45x the Victorian average of 6810.
Demographics: The community reflects Melbourne's multicultural character, with Chinese residents making up 5.70% of the population (approximately 271 people), which aligns closely with the Victorian average.
Transport: While positioned approximately 32.5km from the CBD with a 39-minute drive by car, residents can access train services through stations in neighbouring areas for public transport connectivity.