South Yarra
South Yarra Property & Rent
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South Yarra 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 Yarra Community Overview
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📍 About South Yarra
SOUTH YARRA is located in Inner Melbourne. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population stands at 25,028 with a density of 7,055 people per square kilometre.
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price at $2.1M, representing a significant 56% increase over the past 10 years, while the median unit price sits at $0.6M, having declined 1% over the same period.
Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results highlight strong educational options in the area, including the prestigious selective school Melbourne High School (ranked #3 public) and the well-regarded local private school Melbourne Girls Grammar (ranked #4 private).
Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates a crime rate of 12,206 per 100,000 residents, which is 1.79 times the Victorian average of 6,810, placing it slightly above the state average.
Demographics: Chinese residents make up 10.30% of the population (approximately 2,577 people), representing a moderate Chinese presence in the suburb.
Transport: The suburb enjoys excellent connectivity, positioned approximately 3.6km from the CBD with a 10-minute drive time by car. Rail access is provided through the local train station servicing the Cranbourne, Frankston, Stony Point, Pakenham, and Sandringham lines.