Sandhurst
VIC 3977 • Greater Melbourne
About Sandhurst
Sandhurst is a modern residential suburb in Melbourne's outer south-eastern fringe, falling within the City of Frankston approximately 40 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. The suburb has a population of around 5,211 and is characterised by larger households, with an average of three people per dwelling reflecting its strong family demographic. A notably high median household income of approximately $2,714 per week places Sandhurst among the more affluent localities within the Frankston local government area.
Sandhurst offers a mix of contemporary estate housing with a quiet, leafy character suited to families seeking space on Melbourne's urban fringe. The suburb is close to the broader Frankston area amenities, including schools, retail centres, and foreshore parklands along Port Phillip Bay. With convenient access to major arterial roads including the Frankston Freeway and a commuter rail service from nearby Frankston station, the suburb appeals to those balancing suburban family living with accessibility to Melbourne.
Sandhurst falls under postcode 3977 and is governed by Frankston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Carrum (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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2 Bowyer Avenue
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Tucker Street
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131 Endeavour Drive
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Pearcedale Road (Cnr Browns Rd)
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1005 Cranbourne-Frankston Road
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Lot 2 New Holland Drive
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Rosebank Drive
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Bakewell Street
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Stawell Street
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Cnr Monahans Rd & Duff St
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Berwick-Cranbourne Road
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950 Sth Gippsland Highway
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New Holland Drive
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Lesdon Avenue
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3 Scott Street
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80 Strathlea Drive
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Worthing Road
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395 Ballarto Road
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 310
- 2. South Africa 243
- 3. India 142
- 4. New Zealand 122
- 5. Sri Lanka 59
- 6. Scotland 53
- 7. Malaysia 49
- 8. Philippines 49
- 9. China 46
- 10. Mauritius 32
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)