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Box Hill

VIC 3128 • Greater Melbourne

14,353
Population (2021)
$65,884
Median Household Income
3.52 km²
Area
$381/wk
Median Rent
Asian-AustralianDining HubTransport ConnectedMulticultural

About Box Hill

Box Hill is Melbourne's second Chinatown, a major suburban hub of 14,400 residents 14 kilometres east of the CBD in Whitehorse. The suburb has transformed into a genuine Asian-Australian centre, with Box Hill Central and surrounding streets offering Melbourne's best suburban Asian dining. The Belgrave line provides direct city access.

The food scene is extraordinary—Cantonese, Shanghainese, and Southeast Asian cuisines rival any capital city precinct. The transformation reflects the suburb's Chinese-Australian community. Box Hill attracts Asian-Australian families, foodies seeking authentic dining, and students attending nearby Deakin and Box Hill Institute.

Box Hill falls under postcode 3128 and is governed by Whitehorse Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Box Hill (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3128
Urban Area
Box Hill
LGA / Council
Whitehorse
Federal Electorate
Menzies
State Electorate
Box Hill (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.82°, 145.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.52 km²
Elevation
95m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.7M
13 sales · ▲ 1.1% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$500K
130 sales · ▼ 13.4% 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)
$381
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
33 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Melbourne CBD Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
Train access via local station
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-35 min

🛣️ Located 14 km from Melbourne CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    1 Main Street Box Hill 3128 VIC
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Main & Station Street Box Hill 3128 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
420.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 32.3%
Motor vehicle theft
416.1 / 100k
2yr Up 171.4% 10yr Up 129.9%
Non-FV assault
165.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.7 / 100k
2yr Up 140.8% 10yr Up 357.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,290.4 / 100k
2yr Up 56.8% 10yr Up 101.6%
View all offence subgroups for Whitehorse →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
11,395
Census 2021
14,353
▲ 26.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,596
Personal Income 2021
$32,604
▲ 32.6% 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
$32,604 / yr
$627/wk
Household
$65,884 / yr
$1267/wk
Family
$82,888 / yr
$1594/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,555
Born Overseas 8,762

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 4,236
  • 2. Malaysia 920
  • 3. India 644
  • 4. Hong Kong 360
  • 5. Vietnam 275
  • 6. South Korea 192
  • 7. Taiwan 174
  • 8. Sri Lanka 169
  • 9. Philippines 153
  • 10. England 148

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 6,684
English 2,251
Australian 1,620
Irish 729
Indian 650
Scottish 604
Italian 321
Vietnamese 259
German 249
Korean 240

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,550
Both parents born in Australia
9,804
Both parents born overseas
858
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.8%
Christianity
23.7%
Buddhism
9.0%
Hinduism
4.5%
Islam
1.9%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
450 (3.1%)
5-14 years
927 (6.5%)
15-19 years
649 (4.5%)
20-24 years
1,899 (13.2%)
25-34 years
3,744 (26.1%)
35-44 years
1,896 (13.2%)
45-54 years
1,546 (10.8%)
55-64 years
1,177 (8.2%)
65-74 years
938 (6.5%)
75-84 years
648 (4.5%)
85+ years
475 (3.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Box Hill known for? +

Box Hill is a well-established residential suburb in Whitehorse, VIC, with a population of approximately 14,353 residents. The suburb is valued for its local schools, parks, and community facilities.

How far is Box Hill from Melbourne CBD? +

Box Hill is approximately 14 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, typically a 20-35 min drive outside peak hours.

Does Box Hill have public transport? +

Box Hill is served by local bus services connecting to the broader VIC network. Nearby train stations provide access to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Box Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Box Hill has a population of approximately 14,353 residents.

Is Box Hill a good place to live? +

Box Hill offers a practical and liveable lifestyle with local schools, parks, and shopping. With a median income around $37,135, it attracts a broad demographic mix.

What is the postcode for Box Hill? +

The postcode for Box Hill, VIC is 3128.

What is the average income in Box Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Box Hill is about $627 per week (around $32,600 per year). The median household income is $1,267 per week and the median family income is $1,594 per week.

What is the median house price in Box Hill? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,698,000, up 1.1% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $499,900, down 13.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Box Hill? +

The median age in Box Hill is 33. The largest age group is 25–34 (3,744 residents, around 26%). Around 14% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Box Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Box Hill is part of the Whitehorse 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 Box Hill? +

In Box Hill, the median weekly rent is $381, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).