South Melbourne Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
South Melbourne 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
South Melbourne Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
South Melbourne Schools
Suburbs Near SOUTH MELBOURNE
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📍 About South Melbourne
SOUTH MELBOURNE is situated in Inner Melbourne and supports a vibrant community of 11,548 residents, creating a population density of 5273 people/km², according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The local property market shows strong performance for houses, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $1.8M, representing substantial growth of 28% over the past decade. Units offer a more accessible entry point at a median price of $0.6M, though growth has been more modest at 8% over the same 10-year period.
Education: There are currently no secondary schools operating within the suburb boundaries.
Safety: Crime statistics present some challenges for the area, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) recording a rate of 24221 per 100,000 residents, which is notably higher at 3.56 times the Victorian average of 6810, placing South Melbourne in the high crime category.
Demographics: The suburb reflects Melbourne's multicultural character, with Chinese residents making up 7.50% of the population (approximately 866 people), a proportion that aligns closely with the broader Victorian average.
Transport: South Melbourne enjoys excellent proximity to the city center, located just 2.6km from the CBD with a typical 9-minute drive time. However, residents should note that there is no train station within the suburb, making alternative transport options important for commuting.