South Morang Property & Rent
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South Morang 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 Morang Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
South Morang Schools
Local Schools 2
Nearby Top Schools 6
Ivanhoe Grammar School
Al Siraat College
Plenty Valley Christian College
St Monica's College
Epping Secondary College
Mill Park Secondary College
Suburbs Near SOUTH MORANG
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📍 About South Morang
SOUTH MORANG is a thriving suburb situated in Northern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 24,989 residents across the area, creating a community density of 1165 people/km².
Property: The local housing market has shown strong growth according to Data Vic Q2 2025, with the median house price reaching $0.8M after climbing 79% over the past decade. Units have also performed well, with a median price of $0.5M representing a 63% increase over the same 10-year period.
Education: Families have access to quality schooling options in the area. VCAA 2025 VCE results show The Lakes South Morang College performing well among public schools at #154, while Marymede Catholic College offers private education and ranks #161 among private institutions.
Safety: South Morang enjoys an excellent safety record based on Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025. With a crime rate of 4338 per 100,000 residents, the suburb is significantly safer than the broader Victorian average of 6810, recording just 0.64x the state rate and establishing it as a very safe area for families.
Demographics: The suburb has a modest but established Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 3.40% of the population, representing approximately 849 people within this smaller but present community.
Transport: Commuters benefit from reasonable access to Melbourne's CBD, located approximately 36.4km away with a typical 36-minute drive time. Public transport is well-served through the local train station on the Mernda line, providing direct rail connections to the city.