Melton South Property & Rent
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Melton 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
Melton South Community Overview
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📍 About Melton South
MELTON SOUTH is situated in Western Melbourne, with a population of 11,362 and a density of 2,211 people per square kilometre according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price at $0.5M, reflecting strong growth of 116% over the past 10 years, while the median unit price sits at $0.4M, having increased 72% over the same period.
Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results indicate that local families can access Staughton College, a public school ranked #274 among public schools, and Al Iman College, a private institution ranked #227 among private schools.
Safety: The Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) reports a crime rate of 9,391 per 100,000 residents, which is 1.38 times the Victorian average of 6,810, placing it close to the Victorian average for safety.
Demographics: The suburb has a smaller Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 2.00% of the population, representing approximately 227 people.
Transport: Located approximately 45.1km from the CBD with a 43-minute drive by car, the area currently has no train station access.