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Bangholme

VIC 3175 • Victoria

749
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandEquestrianGreen Wedge
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About Bangholme

Bangholme is a semi-rural locality within the City of Greater Dandenong, situated approximately 31 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD on the urban fringe of the city. With a population of 749 and a density of just 25 residents per square kilometre across its 30 square kilometres, the area is characterised by small rural landholdings, horse agistment properties, and open green wedge land. The locality falls within Melbourne's South East Green Wedge, which limits urban development and preserves its semi-rural character.

Bangholme is home to the National Water Sports Centre on the Patterson River, which hosts rowing, canoeing, and water skiing events. The EastLink tollway passes through the area, providing good road access to Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs and the CBD. The Eastern Sward Golf Club and BlinkBonnie Equestrian Centre cater to recreational interests, and cycling and walking tracks run along Dandenong Creek. Dandenong, approximately 9 kilometres away, provides the nearest major shopping, schooling, and public transport connections, while the locality itself remains quiet, spacious, and suited to those who value a rural lifestyle close to Melbourne.

Bangholme falls under postcode 3175 and is governed by the Greater Dandenong Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Isaacs, while state elections fall under the Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3175
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Dandenong
Federal Electorate
Isaacs
State Electorate
Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.02°, 145.21°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.51 km²
Population Density
32 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3175

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3175, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,468
Median 2023–24
$48,235
▲ 19.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,796

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3175; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Merinda Park
5.5 km
N/A (drive recommended)
Carrum
7 km
N/A (drive recommended)

Bus Services

  • Route 899 — Dandenong / Frankston 25–40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
31 km
By Train
No station in Bangholme; drive to Merinda Park (~5.5 km) for Cranbourne Line trains (~55 min to Flinders Street)
By Car (Peak)
45–70 min via EastLink
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–50 min via EastLink

🛣️ EastLink provides direct freeway access; Dandenong is the nearest regional hub 9 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bangholme has no local shops or services; a car is required for all daily errands with Dandenong being the nearest centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
749
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
428.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 30.2%
Motor vehicle theft
635.5 / 100k
2yr Up 67.1% 10yr Up 18.1%
Non-FV assault
489.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.3 / 100k
2yr Up 31.7% 10yr Up 125.4%
Steal from vehicle
1,708.1 / 100k
2yr Up 40.8% 10yr Up 36.0%
View all offence subgroups for Greater Dandenong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bangholme known for? +

Bangholme is known for the National Water Sports Centre on the Patterson River, horse agistment properties, and its position within Melbourne's South East Green Wedge. The EastLink tollway also passes through the locality.

How far is Bangholme from Melbourne? +

Bangholme is approximately 31 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, making it around a 35–70 minute drive via the EastLink tollway depending on traffic.

Does Bangholme have public transport? +

There is no train station in Bangholme. Bus route 899 connects the area to Dandenong and Frankston. For train services, residents typically drive to Merinda Park station (~5.5 km) on the Cranbourne Line.

What is the population of Bangholme? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bangholme has a population of 749 residents across approximately 30 square kilometres, giving it a very low population density of around 25 people per square kilometre.

Is Bangholme a good place to live? +

Bangholme suits those seeking a spacious semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne, particularly those interested in equestrian properties or water sports. The locality has limited local amenities and is best suited to car-dependent households comfortable with rural living.

What is the postcode for Bangholme? +

The postcode for Bangholme is 3175.

Is Bangholme a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bangholme is part of the Greater Dandenong 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.