What is Dandenong South known for?

Dandenong South is known as one of Melbourne's major industrial and manufacturing precincts, hosting large-scale operations including the Walkinshaw Automotive Group facility and an Australian Army Reserve base. The suburb has a long history tied to automotive manufacturing, including the former General Motors plant.

How far is Dandenong South from Melbourne CBD?

Dandenong South is approximately 31 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's central business district. The drive takes around 45 to 60 minutes in peak traffic via the Princes Highway or Monash Freeway, and 30 to 40 minutes off-peak.

Does Dandenong South have public transport?

Dandenong South does not have an active train station; the former General Motors railway station on the Gippsland line is closed. The nearest active stations are Hallam (approx. 3km) and Dandenong (approx. 4km), with limited bus services through the industrial area.

What is the population of Dandenong South?

According to the 2021 Census, Dandenong South has a registered population of 125 residents. This very low figure reflects the suburb's industrial nature; the vast majority of the suburb's land is occupied by manufacturing, warehousing, and commercial operations rather than residential properties.

Is Dandenong South a good place to live?

Dandenong South is not a residential suburb and is unlikely to suit those looking for a place to live. The area is predominantly industrial, with minimal residential amenities, though its central location within Melbourne's south-east industrial corridor makes it a key employment precinct for manufacturing and logistics workers.

What is the postcode for Dandenong South?

Dandenong South is located in postcode 3164, within the City of Greater Dandenong in Melbourne's outer south-east.

Dandenong South

VIC 3164 • Victoria

125

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Income

29.47 km²

Area

N/A

Median Rent

IndustrialManufacturingCar-Dependent

About Dandenong South

Dandenong South is a primarily industrial suburb located 31 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's central business district, within the City of Greater Dandenong local government area. Despite a registered population of 125 at the 2021 Census, the suburb is predominantly non-residential in character, dominated by manufacturing, warehousing, and commercial operations spread across its approximately 29.5 square kilometre footprint. It borders Hallam to the east and sits adjacent to the established commercial centre of Dandenong, one of Melbourne's most significant industrial and multicultural hubs.

The suburb is home to significant industrial operations, including a Walkinshaw Automotive Group facility and a base for an Australian Army Reserve unit — A Company of the 5th/6th Battalion, Royal Victoria Regiment. The closed General Motors railway station on the Gippsland railway line passes through the area, a reminder of the suburb's long ties to automotive manufacturing. While Dandenong South is not suited to residential living, its strategic location adjacent to major road arterials and the broader Dandenong employment precinct makes it a cornerstone of Melbourne's south-east manufacturing and logistics corridor.

Dandenong South falls under postcode 3164 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3164

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Isaacs

State Electorate

Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-38.02°, 145.24°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

29.47 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hallam

3 km

Not walkable

Dandenong

4 km

Not walkable

Bus Services

Limited industrial area services — Dandenong and surrounding suburbs Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance

31 km

By Train

No direct station; drive to Hallam or Dandenong for Gippsland/Pakenham Line services (~45 min to Flinders Street)

By Car (Peak)

45-60 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

30-40 min

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway (Monash Freeway) and South Gippsland Highway. Area is primarily industrial — residential commuting is uncommon.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dandenong South is an industrial area with no walkable retail or residential amenities; all travel requires a vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

125

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016

N/A

Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021