Ferntree Gully
VIC 3156 • Greater Melbourne
About Ferntree Gully
Ferntree Gully is the gateway to the Dandenong Ranges, a leafy suburb of 27,400 in Knox, where suburban Melbourne meets mountain forest 29 kilometres east of the CBD. The Belgrave line terminates here, while the 1000 Steps at Kokoda Track Memorial and countless forest walks begin at the suburb's edge. The terrain rises significantly, offering views and proximity to genuine bushland.
Life here combines suburban convenience with natural immersion—residents can hike mountain trails before breakfast and catch the train to the city. The village centre retains local character, while Upper Ferntree Gully offers cafes and services at the ranges' base. Ferntree Gully attracts nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families who prioritise green space and bush access while maintaining metropolitan connectivity.
Ferntree Gully falls under postcode 3156 and is governed by Knox Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bayswater (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesMountain Gate Shopping Centre Ferntree Gully Road Ferntree Gully 3156 VIC -
WoolworthsCnr Burwood Highway And Ferntree Gully Road Ferntree Gully 3156 VIC
Schools
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5 Brenock Park Drive
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56 Dorset Road
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Manuka Drive
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111 Forest Road
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Greenaway Drive
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Bellfield Drive
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Adele Avenue
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17 Forest Road
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Talaskia Road
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Wattletree Road
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 1,033
- 2. China 728
- 3. India 632
- 4. Sri Lanka 414
- 5. Malaysia 361
- 6. New Zealand 326
- 7. Philippines 226
- 8. South Africa 192
- 9. Germany 191
- 10. Iran 162
- 11. Italy 153
- 12. Hong Kong 144
- 13. Netherlands 138
- 14. Singapore 122
- 15. Vietnam 122
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