Research Property & Rent
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Research 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
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📍 About Research
RESEARCH is a suburb situated in Northern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 2,695 residents across the area, creating a population density of 280 people per square kilometre.
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price has reached $1.5M, representing a substantial 91% increase over the past decade.
Education: The suburb is served by Eltham College, a private school that achieved a ranking of #75 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Research enjoys an exceptionally low crime environment, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) reporting a rate of 2226 per 100,000 residents. This represents just 0.33 times the Victorian average of 6810, making it an extremely safe area.
Demographics: The Chinese community forms a modest presence in the suburb, with Chinese residents accounting for 2.60% of the population, or approximately 70 people.
Transport: The suburb sits approximately 29.0km from the CBD, with car travel typically taking around 43 minutes. While Research doesn't have its own train station, rail access is available in the neighbouring area.