Montrose
VIC 3765 • Greater Melbourne
About Montrose
Montrose is a picturesque foothill suburb at the base of Mount Dandenong, located 33 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD in the Yarra Ranges Shire. With a population of around 6,900, this leafy community sits at elevations ranging from 91 to 324 metres, enjoying cooler temperatures and stunning views of the Dandenong Ranges. The suburb evolved from South Mooroolbark, renamed in 1892 by local landowner James Walker.
Life in Montrose centres around nature, community, and the renowned Kevin Heinze Garden—the former home and garden of the beloved ABC gardening presenter, now a public attraction. The suburb offers two primary schools, excellent sporting facilities at Montrose Recreation Reserve, and easy access to the wineries and attractions of the Yarra Valley. Residents value the village atmosphere, bushland setting, and strong community spirit.
Montrose falls under postcode 3765 and is governed by Yarra Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Evelyn (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 688 — Croydon Station via Kilsyth 25-30 min
- Telebus — On-demand to local stations Varies
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Telebus services provide flexible connections to train stations
Most errands require a car; village shops accessible on foot
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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14 Hawkins Road
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Sheffield Road (South)
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 360
- 2. Netherlands 96
- 3. New Zealand 68
- 4. Germany 43
- 5. United States 32
- 6. South Africa 31
- 7. China 30
- 8. India 29
- 9. Scotland 27
- 10. Philippines 18
- 11. Sri Lanka 16
- 12. Malaysia 14
- 13. Vietnam 14
- 14. Ireland 13
- 15. Italy 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)