Heidelberg Heights

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House Median
This Suburb $891,500
Melbourne Avg $1,083,043
Unit Median
This Suburb $710,500
Melbourne Avg $590,597
Safety Index
Crime Rate 10,846
VIC Average 6,810
Chinese Population
This Suburb 7.3%
VIC Average 6.6%
VCE Schools
Local Schools 0
Nearby Top Schools 5
Train Access
Local Station No
Nearby Station Yes

Heidelberg Heights Property & Rent

Property data: © State Government of Victoria (2014-2024) | Rent data: LGA regional average (2025 Q1)

Price Trend (2014-2024)

House Median Unit Median
House Price
$892K
House Growth
+73% 2014-2024
Unit Price
$711K
Unit Growth
+62% 2014-2024
3BR House
$600/week
2BR House
$505/week
3BR Unit
$615/week
2BR Unit
$510/week

Heidelberg Heights Safety

Data source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (Oct 2024 - Sep 2025)
Use Caution
Crime Rate 10,846 per 100,000 Above VIC average (6,810)
733
Total Annual Incidents

Crime Type Distribution Click category for details

A - Against Person 98 13.4%

Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety

B - Property Crime 513 70%

Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type

C - Drug Offences 27 3.7%

Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances

D - Public Order 27 3.7%

Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct

E - Justice Procedures 68 9.3%

Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court

F - Other Offences 0 0%

Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences

Heidelberg Heights Community Overview

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

6,758
Total Population
3,238
People/km² Density
7.3%
Chinese Population
Above Average

Main Ethnicities

1
English
1,845 people
27.3%
2
Aust
1,653 people
24.5%
3
Irish
722 people
10.7%
4
Italian
659 people
9.8%
5
Scottish
531 people
7.9%

Transport

18.1 km
Distance to CBD
30 mins
Drive to CBD
45 mins
Transit to CBD
Nearby Station
In adjacent suburb

📍 About Heidelberg Heights

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS is situated in Northern Melbourne, home to 6,758 residents across a compact area with a population density of 3238 people per square kilometre, according to the ABS 2021 Census.

Property: The local property market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.9M, representing a substantial 73% increase over the past decade. Units have also performed well, reaching a median of $0.7M with 62% growth over the same 10-year period.

Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, including the well-regarded Ivanhoe Grammar School nearby, which achieved a #22 ranking among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.

Safety: The Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) records a local crime rate of 10846 per 100,000 residents, which sits at 1.59 times the Victorian average of 6810, indicating crime levels are slightly above the state norm.

Demographics: The suburb reflects Melbourne's multicultural character, with Chinese residents making up 7.30% of the population (approximately 493 people), closely aligning with the broader Victorian demographic profile.

Transport: Residents enjoy reasonable connectivity to the city, located approximately 18.1km from the CBD with a typical 30-minute drive time. While there's no direct train station within the suburb, rail services are accessible in the neighbouring area.