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Bonnie Brook

VIC 3335 • Victoria

333
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyNew DevelopmentAffordableSuburban
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About Bonnie Brook

Bonnie Brook is a rapidly developing residential suburb in Melbourne's north-western growth corridor, located approximately 28 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD within the City of Melton local government area. The suburb recorded a population of 333 at the 2021 Census, though significant residential estates have been established since, drawing young families and first-home buyers to the area. With a median household income around the national average, Bonnie Brook offers an affordable entry point into the Melbourne property market, with a mix of new house-and-land packages and estate living.

The suburb is part of the broader Melton district, which has seen some of the fastest population growth in Victoria over recent years. Residents benefit from proximity to Rockbank railway station on the Ballarat regional rail corridor, providing commuter access to Melbourne CBD in approximately 40–45 minutes. Local schools, childcare centres, and neighbourhood shopping are developing alongside the residential estates, while the Western Freeway provides an alternative route for those commuting by car.

Bonnie Brook falls under postcode 3335 and is governed by the Melton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gorton, while state elections fall under the Sydenham (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3335
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Melton
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
Sydenham (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.70°, 144.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.31 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$655K
27 sales · ▼ 6.9% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3335

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3335, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,390
Median 2023–24
$55,973
▲ 11.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,883

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3335; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rockbank
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 451 — Melton (town centre) 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
28 km
By Train
40-45 min to Melbourne Central via Ballarat line from Rockbank
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Western Freeway (M8) nearby; Rockbank Station provides regional rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A developing suburb with limited local amenities; a car is essential for daily errands and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
333
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
305 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 58.2%
Motor vehicle theft
295.2 / 100k
2yr Up 104.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
189.8 / 100k
2yr Up 12.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 41.4%
Steal from vehicle
752.3 / 100k
2yr Up 60.6% 10yr Down 27.4%
View all offence subgroups for Melton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bonnie Brook known for? +

Bonnie Brook is known as one of Melbourne's newer western growth corridor suburbs, characterised by modern residential estates and new house-and-land packages that attract young families and first-home buyers seeking affordability within commuting distance of the CBD.

How far is Bonnie Brook from Melbourne CBD? +

Bonnie Brook is approximately 28 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's central business district, roughly a 40–55 minute drive depending on traffic, or around 40–45 minutes by train from nearby Rockbank Station.

Does Bonnie Brook have public transport? +

Bonnie Brook is serviced by Rockbank railway station on the Ballarat Regional Rail corridor, located approximately 2.5 kilometres from the suburb centre. Local bus routes connect residents to Melton town centre, though a car remains practical for most daily errands.

What is the population of Bonnie Brook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bonnie Brook had a population of 333 residents. The suburb has grown significantly since then as part of Melton's rapid outer-suburban expansion in Melbourne's west.

Is Bonnie Brook a good place to live? +

Bonnie Brook suits buyers seeking affordable, modern housing in Melbourne's outer west. It offers new estates with contemporary infrastructure but remains car-dependent, and local amenities are still developing. It is best suited to families comfortable with a commuter lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Bonnie Brook? +

The postcode for Bonnie Brook is 3335, which it shares with surrounding suburbs in the Melton City area of Victoria.

What is the median house price in Bonnie Brook? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $655,000, down 6.9% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

Is Bonnie Brook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bonnie Brook is part of the Melton 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.