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Baxter

VIC 3911 • Greater Melbourne

2,166
Population (2021)
$77,636
Median Household Income
9.91 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyQuietCommuter BeltEstablished

About Baxter

Baxter is a semi-rural residential suburb on Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula, located approximately 45 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD within the Mornington Peninsula Shire. With a population of around 2,162 residents across 9.9 square kilometres, the suburb has a spacious, semi-rural character with a median age of 40 and housing predominantly comprising detached homes on larger blocks. Median household income of $1,493 per week is moderate for the peninsula, and the suburb's predominantly Anglo-Australian community reflects the broader Mornington Peninsula demographic.

Baxter sits at the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula's renowned wine, food, and natural attractions, with easy access to Peninsula Link providing a fast commute to Melbourne for those who work in the city. The suburb is close to the Frankston urban centre (approximately 7 km north), where residents access major shopping, healthcare, and public transport. Baxter's mix of lifestyle blocks, hobby farms, and modern residential estates suits those seeking open space and a relaxed outer-suburban lifestyle while remaining within reasonable reach of Melbourne and the peninsula's beaches, wineries, and markets.

Baxter falls under postcode 3911 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hastings (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3911
Urban Area
Mornington - East
LGA / Council
Mornington Peninsula
Federal Electorate
Flinders
State Electorate
Hastings (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.20°, 145.15°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
9.91 km²
Elevation
53m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Baxter for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$740K
7 sales · ▲ 4.8% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,690
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

21 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Baxter Station
0.5 km
7 min
Leawarra Station
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • Mornington Peninsula Bus Route 788 — Frankston Station 15-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
Change at Frankston (~1 hr 20 min total via Frankston Line to Flinders Street)
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ Peninsula Link tollway provides the fastest road access to Melbourne; train requires a change at Frankston

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Baxter is a semi-rural suburb with limited local services; a car is essential for shopping, services, and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    96-106 Baxter-Tooradin Road Baxter 3911 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
529.6 / 100k
2yr Up 59.3% 10yr Down 17.4%
Motor vehicle theft
277.9 / 100k
2yr Up 159.9% 10yr Up 83.2%
Non-FV assault
221.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 50.5% 10yr Up 181.7%
Steal from vehicle
790 / 100k
2yr Up 77.7% 10yr Up 30.9%
View all offence subgroups for Mornington Peninsula →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,162
Census 2021
2,166
▲ 0.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,020
Personal Income 2021
$40,248
▲ 21.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$40,248 / yr
$774/wk
Household
$77,636 / yr
$1493/wk
Family
$101,816 / yr
$1958/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,765
Born Overseas 296

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 115
  • 2. New Zealand 31
  • 3. Germany 19
  • 4. Scotland 18
  • 5. Netherlands 13
  • 6. Italy 12
  • 7. Ireland 8
  • 8. Malaysia 8
  • 9. Philippines 8
  • 10. China 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 943
Australian 903
Irish 265
Scottish 250
Italian 106
German 95
Dutch 70
Australian Aboriginal 37
Greek 31
Polish 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,298
Both parents born in Australia
430
Both parents born overseas
330
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
55.1%
Christianity
38.1%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
124 (5.7%)
5-14 years
196 (9.0%)
15-19 years
112 (5.2%)
20-24 years
124 (5.7%)
25-34 years
363 (16.8%)
35-44 years
251 (11.6%)
45-54 years
248 (11.4%)
55-64 years
327 (15.1%)
65-74 years
242 (11.2%)
75-84 years
140 (6.5%)
85+ years
33 (1.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baxter known for? +

Baxter is known for its semi-rural character on the Mornington Peninsula, offering lifestyle blocks and hobby farms with easy access to Peninsula Link for commuters, as well as proximity to the peninsula's wineries, beaches, and outdoor attractions.

How far is Baxter from Melbourne CBD? +

Baxter is approximately 45 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD, typically a 40–75 minute drive depending on traffic via Peninsula Link and the Monash Freeway.

Does Baxter have public transport? +

Baxter has a local station on the Stony Point Line, though services are infrequent; most residents change at Frankston for the Frankston Line to the city. Bus services also connect to Frankston, which is the major transport hub for the area.

What is the population of Baxter? +

According to the 2021 Census, Baxter has a population of approximately 2,162 residents, with a predominantly Anglo-Australian background and a median age of 40.

Is Baxter a good place to live? +

Baxter suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle on the Mornington Peninsula with space, quiet surroundings, and access to the peninsula's natural attractions, though it requires a car for daily life and the commute to Melbourne is significant.

What is the postcode for Baxter? +

The postcode for Baxter is 3911.

What is the average income in Baxter? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Baxter is about $774 per week (around $40,200 per year). The median household income is $1,493 per week and the median family income is $1,958 per week.

What is the median house price in Baxter? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $740,000, up 4.8% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Baxter? +

The median age in Baxter is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (363 residents, around 17%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Baxter a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Baxter is part of the Mornington Peninsula 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.

How much is rent in Baxter? +

In Baxter, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,690 (2021 Census).