Croydon South

VIC 3136 • Greater Melbourne

4,759
Population (2021)
$43,836
Median Income
2.59 km²
Area
131m
Elevation

About Croydon South

Croydon South is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Maroondah (City) area. With a population of 4,759 and a median income of $43,836, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.59 km² at an elevation of 131m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Croydon South combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

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

State
Postcode
3136
Urban Area
Maroondah
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.82°, 145.28°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.59 km²
Elevation
131m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,572
Census 2021
4,759
4.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,516
Income 2021
$43,836
23.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,657
Born Overseas 974

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
  • 11. South Africa 21
  • 12. Hong Kong 18
  • 13. Vietnam 17
  • 14. Netherlands 15
  • 15. Germany 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,898
Australian 1,711
Irish 576
Scottish 489
Chinese 272
Italian 185
German 164
Indian 150
Dutch 136
Greek 60

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,596
Both parents born in Australia
1,332
Both parents born overseas
685
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.6%
Christianity
41.8%
Hinduism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
0.5%
Judaism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
312 (6.6%)
5-14 years
643 (13.5%)
15-19 years
236 (5.0%)
20-24 years
231 (4.9%)
25-34 years
644 (13.5%)
35-44 years
721 (15.2%)
45-54 years
628 (13.2%)
55-64 years
552 (11.6%)
65-74 years
459 (9.6%)
75-84 years
253 (5.3%)
85+ years
80 (1.7%)

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