Gardenvale
Gardenvale Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Gardenvale 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
Gardenvale Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Gardenvale Schools
Nearby Top Schools 6
Firbank Grammar School
Brighton Grammar School
Leibler Yavneh College
Star of the Sea College
St Leonard's College
Brighton Secondary College
Suburbs Near GARDENVALE
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📍 About Gardenvale
GARDENVALE is located in South-Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census recorded a population of 1,019 residents, creating a population density of 3937 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows Gardenvale has experienced strong property growth, with the median house price reaching $1.8M (up 53% over 10 years), while median unit prices have risen to $0.5M (up 18% over 10 years).
Education: Families have access to quality private education nearby, with Leibler Yavneh College achieving a strong ranking of #11 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Gardenvale offers a secure living environment, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a crime rate of 6084 per 100,000—notably lower at 0.89x the Victorian average of 6810, making it a safe area for residents.
Demographics: The suburb has a modest Chinese community, with Chinese residents comprising 4.70% of the population (approximately 47 residents), representing a smaller Chinese community within the area.
Transport: Gardenvale is well-positioned approximately 9.9km from the CBD, offering a convenient 21-minute drive to the city center, with train station access available in the neighbouring area.