Tarneit Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Tarneit Safety
Crime Type Distribution Click category for details
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
Tarneit Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Tarneit Schools
Local Schools 4
Nearby Top Schools 6
Suzanne Cory High School
Westbourne Grammar School, Truganina
Al-Taqwa College
Heathdale Christian College
Werribee Secondary College
MacKillop Catholic Regional College
Suburbs Near TARNEIT
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📍 About Tarneit
TARNEIT is a thriving suburb situated in Western Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 56,370 residents across the area, creating a density of 1476 people/km².
Property: The local housing market shows strong growth momentum, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.7M, representing a substantial 65% increase over the past decade. Units have also performed well, reaching a median price of $0.5M with growth of 57% over 10 years.
Education: Families have access to quality educational options in the area. VCAA 2025 VCE results show Tarneit Senior College performing as the local public option, ranked #266 among public schools. For those seeking private education, the Islamic College of Melbourne offers strong academic performance, ranked #63 among private schools.
Safety: Residents enjoy a secure living environment, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) recording a crime rate of 6431 per 100,000 people. This figure sits at 0.94x the Victorian average of 6810, confirming Tarneit as a safe area for families and individuals.
Demographics: The suburb hosts a diverse community, with Chinese residents making up 3.00% of the population, representing approximately 1,691 people and forming a smaller but established Chinese community.
Transport: Commuters face a journey of approximately 28.9km to the CBD, typically taking 37 minutes by car. While there's no direct train station within the suburb, rail services are available in the neighbouring area, providing public transport connectivity.