Lysterfield
VIC 3156 • Greater Melbourne
About Lysterfield
Lysterfield is a semi-rural suburb on the outer south-eastern fringe of Melbourne, approximately 40 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Knox. With a population of 6,681 spread across 31.5 square kilometres, it maintains a spacious character despite being classified as a major urban locality. The median household income of $2,754 per week sits well above the national average, reflecting an established, prosperous community with a median age of 41.
The suburb is best known for Lysterfield Lake Park, a popular recreation area managed by Parks Victoria offering mountain biking trails, horse riding, picnicking, and water activities on the lake. The area attracts families and outdoor enthusiasts drawn to its bushland surrounds and quiet residential streets. With a strong mix of Australian, English, and Italian ancestry, Lysterfield has a settled community character, with residents enjoying proximity to Knox City shopping centre and easy access to the Monash and EastLink freeways.
Lysterfield falls under postcode 3156 and is governed by Knox Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monbulk (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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5 Brenock Park Drive
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56 Dorset Road
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Manuka Drive
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111 Forest Road
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Greenaway Drive
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Adele Avenue
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17 Forest Road
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Wattletree Road
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Bellfield Drive
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Talaskia Road
Housing 2021 Census
18 state housing + 0 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 193
- 2. China 167
- 3. Sri Lanka 122
- 4. India 80
- 5. Italy 77
- 6. Malaysia 70
- 7. New Zealand 67
- 8. South Africa 49
- 9. Egypt 45
- 10. Philippines 43
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)