Park Orchards
VIC 3114 • Greater Melbourne
About Park Orchards
Park Orchards is an affluent, semi-rural suburb on Melbourne's eastern fringe, located approximately 25 kilometres east of the CBD within the City of Manningham. With a population of 3,835 spread across 9.5 square kilometres, the suburb has one of the lowest densities in metropolitan Melbourne, characterised by large acreage lots, mature trees, and a strong sense of privacy. The median household income of $3,155 per week and median mortgage of $3,000 per month reflect its premium market positioning, attracting high-income professionals and established families.
The suburb retains its orchard heritage through generous block sizes, leafy lanes, and a distinct semi-rural atmosphere that sets it apart from surrounding denser suburbs. Park Orchards is adjacent to the Ringwood area and close to Eastland shopping centre, while the Warrandyte State Park provides bushland reserves and walking trails nearby. Highly regarded private and Catholic schools serve the suburb well, and the area is popular with families seeking space and tranquillity without sacrificing access to Melbourne's eastern suburbs amenities. Car ownership is essential, and the community has a quiet, established character.
Park Orchards falls under postcode 3114 and is governed by Manningham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrandyte (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 271 — Ringwood Station / Doncaster 20-30 min to Ringwood
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Eastern Freeway provides main road access; car travel dominant for most residents
A car is essential for virtually all daily needs; the suburb has no walkable shopping strip or village centre
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bowmore Avenue
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60 Knees Road
Housing 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 153
- 2. China 67
- 3. South Africa 44
- 4. Italy 43
- 5. New Zealand 38
- 6. India 33
- 7. Germany 21
- 8. Netherlands 21
- 9. Malaysia 14
- 10. Iran 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)