Southbank
Southbank Property & Rent
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Southbank 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 Southbank
SOUTHBANK is located in Inner Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census recorded a population of 22,631 residents, creating a dense urban environment with 14,470 people per square kilometre.
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median unit price sits at $0.5M, representing a 9% increase over the past 10 years.
Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results highlight the Victorian College Of The Arts Secondary School as the area's standout public education option, ranking #9 among public schools.
Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates a crime rate of 16,345 per 100,000 residents, which is 2.40 times the Victorian average of 6,810, placing it above the state average for crime rates.
Demographics: The suburb features a substantial Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 20.70% of the population, totalling approximately 4,684 people.
Transport: Southbank enjoys excellent proximity to Melbourne's heart, sitting approximately 1.3km from the CBD with a 6-minute drive time, though the area currently has no train station.