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Croydon Hills

VIC 3136 • Greater Melbourne

4,839
Population (2021)
$46,904
Median Income
2.34 km²
Area
$491/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffluentRetirees

About Croydon Hills

Croydon Hills is a leafy residential suburb of Melbourne located approximately 30 kilometres east of the CBD within the City of Maroondah. Sitting at an elevation of around 131 metres, the suburb enjoys elevated views across Melbourne's eastern suburbs and is bounded by parkland and bushland reserves. With a population of 4,839 at the 2021 census, it is a well-established community with a predominantly Anglo-Australian demographic and a median age of 42.

Croydon Hills offers a quiet, family-oriented lifestyle with tree-lined streets, walking trails, and easy access to the Dandenong Ranges. The suburb is serviced by bus routes connecting to Croydon and Ringwood train stations, and the Maroondah Highway provides quick freeway access via EastLink. Schools, parks, and local shops cater to the suburb's predominantly owner-occupier households, making it popular with established families and retirees seeking space and greenery.

Croydon Hills falls under postcode 3136 and is governed by Maroondah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Croydon (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3136
Urban Area
Maroondah
LGA / Council
Maroondah
Federal Electorate
Deakin
State Electorate
Croydon (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.77°, 145.27°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.34 km²
Elevation
136m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Croydon Station
2.5 km
30 min
Ringwood Station
4 km
N/A — drive or bus

Bus Services

  • 664, 683 — Croydon Station / Ringwood Station 10–20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
~50 min from Croydon Station (Lilydale/Belgrave Line)
By Car (Peak)
45–65 min via EastLink
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min

🛣️ Bus to Croydon or Ringwood Station then train to Flinders Street.

Walkability Car Dependent

Quiet residential streets with good walking paths to parks, but minimal walkable retail. A car is needed for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$491
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,093
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.4%

3 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,992
Census 2021
4,839
▼ 3.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,688
Income 2021
$46,904
▲ 21.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,868
Born Overseas 915

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 185
  • 2. England 163
  • 3. South Africa 53
  • 4. New Zealand 45
  • 5. Malaysia 35
  • 6. Scotland 32
  • 7. Sri Lanka 31
  • 8. Germany 24
  • 9. United States 21
  • 10. India 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,885
English 1,881
Scottish 533
Irish 505
Chinese 368
Italian 284
German 250
Dutch 169
Greek 62
Indian 44

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,809
Both parents born in Australia
1,318
Both parents born overseas
646
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.5%
No Religion
44.7%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
225 (4.6%)
5-14 years
651 (13.5%)
15-19 years
365 (7.5%)
20-24 years
341 (7.0%)
25-34 years
436 (9.0%)
35-44 years
585 (12.1%)
45-54 years
751 (15.5%)
55-64 years
751 (15.5%)
65-74 years
476 (9.8%)
75-84 years
211 (4.4%)
85+ years
43 (0.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Croydon Hills from Melbourne CBD? +

Croydon Hills is approximately 30 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD. By car via EastLink it takes around 35–65 minutes depending on traffic.

What train station serves Croydon Hills? +

Croydon Hills does not have its own train station. The nearest stations are Croydon (~2.5 km) and Ringwood (~4 km), both on the Belgrave/Lilydale Lines with services to Flinders Street.

What schools are in Croydon Hills? +

Croydon Hills Primary School is a government school in the suburb. Secondary students typically attend nearby schools in Croydon or Ringwood.

What is the median house price in Croydon Hills? +

Croydon Hills is part of the Maroondah area where median house prices are generally in the $800,000–$1,000,000 range, reflecting its desirable leafy eastern suburbs location.

What is Croydon Hills like to live in? +

Croydon Hills is a quiet, family-friendly suburb with leafy streets, parks, and bushland. It has a strong community feel, good primary schooling, and easy freeway access to Melbourne.