Blackburn South
VIC 3130 • Greater Melbourne
About Blackburn South
Blackburn South is a residential suburb 17 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD in Whitehorse, positioned between Blackburn and Mount Waverley. The suburb lacks direct rail access but is well-served by buses to nearby stations. Established homes on generous blocks with mature gardens characterise the streetscape.
Life here is quietly suburban—family homes, good schools, and proximity to Box Hill's amenities without the density. The community includes established Anglo-Australian families and an increasing Asian-Australian presence. Blackburn South attracts families seeking eastern suburbs quality in a quieter, more residential setting.
Blackburn South falls under postcode 3130 and is governed by Whitehorse Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Box Hill (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Koonung Road
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60 Junction Road
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96 Holland Road
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120 Eley Road
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101 Orchard Grove
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46 Orchard Grove
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60 Springfield Road
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185 Whitehorse Road
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Janet Street
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67 Central Road
Housing 2021 Census
139 state housing + 68 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 1,159
- 2. India 344
- 3. Malaysia 320
- 4. England 218
- 5. Vietnam 215
- 6. Sri Lanka 140
- 7. Hong Kong 130
- 8. Greece 123
- 9. New Zealand 118
- 10. Italy 88
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)