Glen Iris
Glen Iris Property & Rent
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Glen Iris 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
Glen Iris Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Glen Iris Schools
Local Schools 2
Nearby Top Schools 6
Mount Scopus Memorial College
Presbyterian Ladies' College
Bialik College
Scotch College
Siena College Ltd
Auburn High School
Suburbs Near GLEN IRIS
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📍 About Glen Iris
GLEN IRIS is positioned in Eastern Melbourne and recorded a population of 26,131 residents with a density of 3,175 people per square kilometre, according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The suburb commands premium property prices, with Data Vic Q2 2025 showing a median house price of $2.7M, representing a substantial 58% increase over the past 10 years. Units are more accessible at a median price of $0.6M, having risen 33% over the same period.
Education: Educational opportunities include quality private schooling, with Korowa Anglican Girls' School achieving a strong #26 ranking among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Glen Iris offers excellent security for residents, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a crime rate of 3,777 per 100,000 people - significantly lower at 0.55x the Victorian average of 6,810, making it a very safe area.
Demographics: The suburb enjoys cultural diversity, with Chinese residents representing 12.10% of the population (approximately 3,161 people), contributing to a moderate Chinese presence in the community.
Transport: Commuting to the city is highly convenient, with Glen Iris situated approximately 11.0km from the CBD - just 14 minutes by car. The suburb benefits from its own train station on the Glen Waverley line, providing excellent public transport connectivity.