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Frankston

VIC 3199 • Greater Melbourne

37,331
Population (2021)
$72,124
Median Household Income
19.78 km²
Area
$342/wk
Median Rent
BeachsideCoastalFamily-FriendlySuburbanCommuter Belt
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About Frankston

Frankston is a bayside suburb on the eastern shore of Port Phillip, about 41 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD in the City of Frankston. The 2021 Census recorded 37,331 residents, up from 36,097 in 2016, with a median age of 39 and a median household income of $1,387 a week. It covers about 20 square kilometres, from the beach and town centre to established residential streets inland. The suburb is widely known as a gateway to the Mornington Peninsula.

Frankston station, a short walk from Bayside Shopping Centre, is the terminus of the electrified Frankston line, about 67 minutes to Flinders Street, and the starting point for diesel Stony Point trains. The beach, Frankston Pier and the boardwalk along Kananook Creek are the main outdoor draw, and the Frankston Arts Centre on Davey Street is the main performing-arts venue. Monash University's Peninsula campus, Chisholm Institute and Frankston Hospital serve students and the wider region. SmartBus route 901 runs toward Melbourne Airport via Dandenong, and route 788 follows the peninsula coast toward Portsea, which suits families, students and commuters who want the beach on a suburban train line.

Frankston falls under postcode 3199 and is governed by the Frankston Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dunkley, while state elections fall under the Frankston (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3199
Urban Area
Frankston - West
LGA / Council
Frankston
Federal Electorate
Dunkley
State Electorate
Frankston (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.15°, 145.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
19.78 km²
Population Density
1,887 /km²
Elevation
41m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Frankston for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$810K
171 sales · ▲ 8% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$558K
126 sales · ▲ 3.7% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3199

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3199, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,188
Median 2023–24
$59,408
▲ 25.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,098

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3199; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$30,888
Personal Income 2021
$38,636
▲ 25.1% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$38,636 / yr
$743/wk
Household
$72,124 / yr
$1387/wk
Family
$97,292 / yr
$1871/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$342
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

509 state housing + 91 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Frankston
0.2 km
3 min

Bus Services

  • 901 SmartBus — Melbourne Airport via Dandenong about 2.5-3 hours end to end
  • 788 — Portsea via the Mornington Peninsula bayside about 2 hours

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
41 km
By Train
About 67 min to Flinders Street on the Frankston line. The line is also on the Night Network on Friday and Saturday nights.
By Car (Peak)
55-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ EastLink and the Frankston Freeway are the faster road links. The Nepean Highway is the bayside alternative. Frankston is also the change point for Stony Point trains.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The station, Bayside Shopping Centre and the foreshore are a short walk apart, while the inland residential areas are easier by car or bus.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Keys Street & Ross Smith Avenue Frankston 3199 VIC
  • Woolworths
    Bayside Shopping Centre, 28 Beach Street Frankston 3199 VIC

🎓 Schools

👥 Population of Frankston

Census 2016
36,097
Census 2021
37,331
▲ 3.4% growth
Est. 2026 projection
~38,610

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
📈 2026 estimate: projection from census growth trend, not an official figure

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Frankston Local Government Area, which contains Frankston. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
444.3 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 28.2%
Motor vehicle theft
368.7 / 100k
2yr Up 75.5% 10yr Up 15.6%
Non-FV assault
396.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 22.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.9 / 100k
2yr Up 96.4% 10yr Down 12.8%
Steal from vehicle
1,425.8 / 100k
2yr Up 97.9% 10yr Up 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for Frankston →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 26,351
Born Overseas 8,413

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,907
  • 2. New Zealand 880
  • 3. China 448
  • 4. India 393
  • 5. Philippines 324
  • 6. Scotland 305
  • 7. Germany 212
  • 8. South Africa 183
  • 9. Greece 158
  • 10. Italy 154

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 14,766
Australian 12,491
Irish 4,207
Scottish 3,999
German 1,537
Italian 1,351
Chinese 1,017
Dutch 853
Greek 720
Australian Aboriginal 524

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

17,863
Both parents born in Australia
10,962
Both parents born overseas
5,617
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.9%
Christianity
36.3%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.8%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,117 (5.7%)
5-14 years
4,061 (10.9%)
15-19 years
1,971 (5.3%)
20-24 years
2,233 (6.0%)
25-34 years
5,898 (15.8%)
35-44 years
5,174 (13.9%)
45-54 years
4,788 (12.8%)
55-64 years
4,398 (11.8%)
65-74 years
3,748 (10.0%)
75-84 years
2,144 (5.7%)
85+ years
800 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frankston known for? +

Frankston is known for its Port Phillip beach, the Frankston Pier and its role as a gateway to the Mornington Peninsula. Bayside Shopping Centre and the Frankston Arts Centre anchor the town centre, next to the station. It is also a service centre for the surrounding bayside and peninsula suburbs.

How far is Frankston from Melbourne CBD? +

Frankston is about 41 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD. Frankston line trains take about 67 minutes to Flinders Street. The drive is typically about 40 to 55 minutes off-peak via EastLink or the Nepean Highway, and about 55 to 80 minutes in peak traffic.

Does Frankston have public transport? +

Yes. Frankston station is the terminus of the electrified Frankston line and the start of the diesel Stony Point line, a short walk from Bayside Shopping Centre. SmartBus route 901 runs to Melbourne Airport via Dandenong, route 788 runs toward Portsea, and local buses cover the surrounding suburbs.

Is Frankston a good place to live? +

Frankston suits people who want a beach, a large town centre and a direct train to Melbourne, and who can live with a commute of about an hour. The 2021 median household income was $1,387 a week, below the national median. Monash University's Peninsula campus, Chisholm Institute and Frankston Hospital add students and health services to the town.

What is the postcode for Frankston? +

The postcode for Frankston, Victoria is 3199. It covers this bayside suburb in the City of Frankston, about 41 kilometres south-east of Melbourne.

What outdoor activities are near Frankston? +

The Frankston foreshore has a sandy beach, the Frankston Pier and a boardwalk along Kananook Creek, including the Landmark Bridge near the creek mouth. Olivers Hill, at the southern end of the suburb, looks back along the bay. The Mornington Peninsula beaches and coast are a short drive or a 788 bus ride south.

What is the average income in Frankston? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Frankston is about $743 per week (around $38,600 per year). The median household income is $1,387 per week and the median family income is $1,871 per week.

What is the median house price in Frankston? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $810,000, up 8% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $557,500, up 3.7% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Frankston? +

The median age in Frankston is 39. The largest age group is 25–34 (5,898 residents, around 16%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Frankston a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Frankston is part of the Frankston LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Frankston? +

The population of Frankston is 37,331 according to the 2021 Census, up 3.4% from 36,097 in 2016. Projecting that growth trend forward, the estimated 2026 population of Frankston is around 38,610. This is a projection, not an official ABS figure.

How much is rent in Frankston? +

In Frankston, the median weekly rent is $342, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).