Mentone
Mentone Property & Rent
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Mentone 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
Mentone Community Overview
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📍 About Mentone
MENTONE is located in South-Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 13,197 residents across the area, creating a population density of 2915 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows strong property performance with median house prices reaching $1.5M, representing substantial growth of 63% over 10 years. Units have also performed well, with median prices of $0.7M reflecting a 24% increase over the same period.
Education: The area offers quality schooling options according to VCAA 2025 VCE results. Families can access Mentone Girls Secondary College, a well-regarded local public school ranked #25 among public institutions, while Mentone Girls' Grammar School provides an excellent private option, ranking #24 among private schools.
Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates Mentone maintains a reassuring safety profile. With a crime rate of 5486 per 100,000 residents - just 0.81x the Victorian average of 6810 - the suburb demonstrates its reputation as a safe area for families.
Demographics: The local community includes Chinese residents who make up 5.00% of the population (approximately 659 people), which aligns closely with the broader Victorian average.
Transport: Mentone sits approximately 26.8km from the CBD, with typical car journeys taking around 36 minutes. The suburb benefits from its own train station servicing both the Frankston line and Stony Point line, providing convenient public transport access to the city and surrounding areas.