Upper Ferntree Gully

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House Median
This Suburb $920,000
Melbourne Avg $1,083,043
Unit Median
This Suburb $422,500
Melbourne Avg $590,597
Safety Index
Crime Rate 5,619
VIC Average 6,810
Chinese Population
This Suburb 1.6%
VIC Average 6.6%
VCE Schools
Local Schools 0
Nearby Top Schools 2
Train Access
Local Station Yes
Nearby Station Yes

Upper Ferntree Gully Property & Rent

Property data: © State Government of Victoria (2014-2024) | Rent data: LGA regional average (2025 Q1)

Price Trend (2014-2024)

House Median Unit Median
House Price
$920K
House Growth
+70% 2014-2024
Unit Price
$423K
Unit Growth
No data
3BR House
$595/week
2BR House
$513/week
3BR Unit
$583/week
2BR Unit
$500/week

Upper Ferntree Gully Safety

Data source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (Oct 2024 - Sep 2025)
Very Safe
Crime Rate 5,619 per 100,000 Below VIC average (6,810)
192
Total Annual Incidents

Crime Type Distribution Click category for details

A - Against Person 29 15.1%

Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety

B - Property Crime 132 68.8%

Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type

C - Drug Offences 12 6.3%

Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances

D - Public Order 9 4.7%

Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct

E - Justice Procedures 9 4.7%

Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court

F - Other Offences 1 0.5%

Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences

Upper Ferntree Gully Community Overview

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,417
Total Population
1,019
People/km² Density
1.6%
Chinese Population
Near Average

Main Ethnicities

1
English
1,411 people
41.3%
2
Aust
1,322 people
38.7%
3
Irish
439 people
12.9%
4
Scottish
426 people
12.5%
5
German
234 people
6.9%

Transport

39.7 km
Distance to CBD
41 mins
Drive to CBD
66 mins
Transit to CBD
Has Station
Local train station

Upper Ferntree Gully Schools

VCE data: © VCAA (2025)

Suburbs Near UPPER FERNTREE GULLY

Property data: © State Government of Victoria (2024) | 3 nearby suburbs

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📍 About Upper Ferntree Gully

UPPER FERNTREE GULLY is situated in Eastern Melbourne, home to 3,417 residents according to the ABS 2021 Census, with a population density of 1019 people/km².

Property: The local property market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.9M, representing a substantial 70% increase over 10 years. Units offer a more accessible entry point at a median price of $0.4M.

Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, including the nearby private institution St Joseph's College, which achieved a ranking of #111 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.

Safety: Upper Ferntree Gully maintains an excellent safety record, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a crime rate of 5619 per 100,000 residents. This represents just 0.83x the Victorian average of 6810, establishing it as a safe area for residents.

Demographics: The suburb has a modest Chinese community, with Chinese residents comprising 1.60% of the population, approximately 54 people, reflecting a smaller Chinese community presence.

Transport: Commuters will find Upper Ferntree Gully well-connected, located approximately 39.7km from the CBD with a 41-minute drive time by car. Public transport is provided via a train station on the Belgrave line.