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Lynbrook

VIC 3975 • Greater Melbourne

9,121
Population (2021)
$115,024
Median Household Income
4.07 km²
Area
$401/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbMulticulturalWell-ConnectedModern

About Lynbrook

Lynbrook is a modern residential suburb in the City of Casey, located approximately 40 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD in Victoria. With a population of around 9,800, it is a relatively new suburb that has experienced significant growth since the early 2000s. The suburb covers 4 square kilometres and offers a family-oriented, multicultural community with a mix of contemporary housing.

Lynbrook is well-served by its own train station on the Cranbourne line, providing direct access to Melbourne CBD. The suburb features Lynbrook Village Shopping Centre, several parks and playgrounds, and is close to Marriott Waters and Cranbourne shopping precincts. It is particularly popular with young families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing with good transport links.

Lynbrook falls under postcode 3975 and is governed by Casey Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3975
Urban Area
Cranbourne
LGA / Council
Casey
Federal Electorate
Holt
State Electorate
Narre Warren South (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.06°, 145.26°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.07 km²
Elevation
27m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$835K
19 sales · ▲ 14.4% 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)
$401
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,962
Avg Household Size
3.5 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

5 state housing + 31 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lynbrook
0.8 km
10 min
Merinda Park
2 km
24 min
Dandenong
6.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 828 — Dandenong via Lynbrook 25 min
  • 893 — Cranbourne via Marriott Waters 15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
55–65 min
By Bus
N/A (train preferred)
By Car (Peak)
60–80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40–50 min

🛣️ Cranbourne line runs every 10–20 minutes during peak

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and train station are within walking distance for most residents, though a car is useful for larger errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Lynbrook Boulevard Lynbrook 3975 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
331.9 / 100k
2yr Up 19.2% 10yr Down 41.1%
Motor vehicle theft
351 / 100k
2yr Up 108.5% 10yr Up 19.7%
Non-FV assault
237.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 33.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.5 / 100k
2yr Down 28.7% 10yr Up 184.6%
Steal from vehicle
965.2 / 100k
2yr Up 66.2% 10yr Up 15.9%
View all offence subgroups for Casey →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,519
Census 2021
9,121
▲ 7.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,100
Personal Income 2021
$40,716
▲ 16.0% 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
$40,716 / yr
$783/wk
Household
$115,024 / yr
$2212/wk
Family
$112,476 / yr
$2163/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,799
Born Overseas 4,974

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 1,466
  • 2. Sri Lanka 563
  • 3. Afghanistan 449
  • 4. New Zealand 220
  • 5. China 195
  • 6. Cambodia 174
  • 7. Philippines 161
  • 8. Fiji 122
  • 9. Pakistan 104
  • 10. Mauritius 103

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 1,534
Australian 1,194
English 1,165
Chinese 516
Sri Lankan 427
Irish 259
Filipino 256
Scottish 242
Italian 173
Samoan 149

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,213
Both parents born in Australia
6,911
Both parents born overseas
604
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.2%
No Religion
16.5%
Islam
14.2%
Hinduism
10.5%
Buddhism
8.9%
Sikhism
6.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
659 (7.2%)
5-14 years
1,452 (15.9%)
15-19 years
639 (7.0%)
20-24 years
700 (7.7%)
25-34 years
1,249 (13.7%)
35-44 years
1,439 (15.8%)
45-54 years
1,280 (14.0%)
55-64 years
873 (9.6%)
65-74 years
473 (5.2%)
75-84 years
220 (2.4%)
85+ years
139 (1.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lynbrook known for? +

Lynbrook is known as a planned modern suburb in Melbourne's south-eastern growth corridor, offering contemporary housing estates, community facilities, and Lynbrook station on the Cranbourne Line for city commuting.

How far is Lynbrook from Melbourne CBD? +

Lynbrook is approximately 40 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD. From Lynbrook station on the Cranbourne Line, the journey to Melbourne takes approximately 55-65 minutes.

Does Lynbrook have public transport? +

Lynbrook station on the Cranbourne Line provides regular V/Line and Metro services to Melbourne CBD. Bus routes also connect the suburb to surrounding areas and shopping precincts.

What is the population of Lynbrook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lynbrook has a population of approximately 9,121 residents, with ongoing growth as the Casey growth corridor continues to expand.

Is Lynbrook a good place to live? +

Lynbrook is ideal for families seeking modern housing in Melbourne's south-east with Cranbourne Line train access. Good local schools, parks, and proximity to Cranbourne's retail precinct make it a practical and popular choice for young families.

What is the postcode for Lynbrook? +

The postcode for Lynbrook is 3975.

What is the average income in Lynbrook? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Lynbrook is about $783 per week (around $40,700 per year). The median household income is $2,212 per week and the median family income is $2,163 per week.

What is the median house price in Lynbrook? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $835,000, up 14.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Lynbrook? +

The median age in Lynbrook is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,452 residents, around 16%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 9% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Lynbrook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lynbrook is part of the Casey 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 Lynbrook? +

In Lynbrook, the median weekly rent is $401, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,962 (2021 Census).