Croydon South
VIC 3136 • Greater Melbourne
About Croydon South
Croydon South is a quiet residential suburb located in Melbourne's outer eastern suburbs, approximately 30 km from the CBD within the City of Maroondah. With a population of around 4,500, it is predominantly owner-occupied at 81%, attracting families and older residents. The suburb has an established, leafy character with a mix of modest post-war homes and newer developments.
Residents enjoy a peaceful suburban lifestyle with good access to schools, parks, and the retail amenities of nearby Croydon and Ringwood. Eastland Shopping Centre is a short drive away, and Dorset Recreation Reserve provides local green space. The suburb appeals to families seeking affordable entry into Melbourne's east and retirees downsizing from larger properties.
Croydon South falls under postcode 3136 and is governed by Maroondah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Croydon (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 664 — Chirnside Park via Croydon 15 min
- 738 — Knox City via Ringwood 20 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Via Lilydale Line from Croydon station
Most errands require a car, though some amenities are within walking distance of main roads.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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1-39 Plymouth Road
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Campaspe Drive
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Maroondah Highway
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Belmont Road (West)
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9-13 Holloway Road
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Anzac Street (Cnr Mount Dandenong Rd)
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Kent Avenue
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Belmont Road
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Hinkley Avenue
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Rescorla Avenue
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53-57 Plymouth Road
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Brentnall Road
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Cnr Mtdandenong & Anzac St
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18-20 Ruskin Avenue
Housing 2021 Census
57 state housing + 6 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. England 173
- 2. China 134
- 3. India 112
- 4. New Zealand 57
- 5. Sri Lanka 33
- 6. Philippines 30
- 7. Myanmar 27
- 8. Scotland 23
- 9. Thailand 23
- 10. Malaysia 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)