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Avonsleigh

VIC 3782 • Victoria

844
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HinterlandBushlandQuietLeafySemi-Rural
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About Avonsleigh

Avonsleigh is a small town in the Shire of Cardinia, Victoria, located approximately 47 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges. Sitting within the broader Emerald-Cockatoo area, it is part of Melbourne's outer-eastern semi-rural fringe, characterised by elevated terrain, native bushland, and a scattering of rural residential properties. The town recorded a population of 844 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its quiet, low-density character typical of the Cardinia Shire ranges communities.

Avonsleigh is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges, with fern gullies, bush tracks, and wildlife forming a backdrop to everyday life. The town is close to the larger community hubs of Emerald (approximately 5 kilometres south) and Cockatoo, which offer primary schools, local shops, cafes, and community facilities. Residents typically make the commute to Pakenham or Berwick for major shopping and rail connections to Melbourne. The area attracts those who value a bush lifestyle within driving distance of Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

Avonsleigh falls under postcode 3782 and is governed by the Cardinia Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Casey, while state elections fall under the Monbulk (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3782
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cardinia
Federal Electorate
Casey
State Electorate
Monbulk (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.94°, 145.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.56 km²
Population Density
112 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3782

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3782, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,133
Median 2023–24
$59,626
▲ 21.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,200

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3782; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Emerald (Puffing Billy Railway)
5 km
N/A - car required

Bus Services

  • Cardinia Community Bus — Emerald / Pakenham 20-30 min to Emerald

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
47 km
By Train
No direct service. Drive to Belgrave station (~25 km) then Belgrave line to Flinders Street (~1h 10min)
By Car (Peak)
1h 10min to 1h 40min to Melbourne CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
55min to 1h 10min

🛣️ Emerald (5 km south) is the nearest service town. Pakenham is approximately 30 km south via Princes Hwy for major shopping.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Avonsleigh has no local commercial services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Emerald being the nearest town for shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
844
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
284.4 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Down 46.9%
Motor vehicle theft
277.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
193.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr Up 65.4% 10yr Up 27.1%
Steal from vehicle
860.6 / 100k
2yr Up 108.1% 10yr Up 21.7%
View all offence subgroups for Cardinia →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Avonsleigh known for? +

Avonsleigh is known for its peaceful bush setting in the Dandenong Ranges foothills, offering a semi-rural lifestyle amid native bushland and fern gullies. It is part of the Cardinia Shire's outer-eastern ranges communities, popular with those who value natural surroundings close to Melbourne.

How far is Avonsleigh from Melbourne? +

Avonsleigh is approximately 47 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 55 minute to 1 hour 40 minute drive depending on traffic, via the Princes Highway and local mountain roads.

Does Avonsleigh have public transport? +

Avonsleigh has very limited public transport. Community bus services connect to Emerald, and Belgrave station on the Metro Belgrave line is approximately 25 kilometres away for train access to Melbourne. A car is the primary means of transport.

What is the population of Avonsleigh? +

According to the 2021 Census, Avonsleigh had a population of 844 residents, reflecting its small, low-density bush town character in the Cardinia Shire ranges.

Is Avonsleigh a good place to live? +

Avonsleigh suits those seeking a quiet bush lifestyle in the Dandenong Ranges foothills, with easy access to Emerald's local services and reasonable proximity to Melbourne. It is best suited to those comfortable with car dependence and a semi-rural, nature-focused lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Avonsleigh? +

The postcode for Avonsleigh is 3782, shared with nearby Emerald and other localities in the Cardinia Shire ranges area.

Is Avonsleigh a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Avonsleigh is part of the Cardinia 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.