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Lysterfield South

VIC 3156 • Victoria

994
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandFamily-FriendlyQuiet
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About Lysterfield South

Lysterfield South is an outer suburban locality in Melbourne's south-east, approximately 30 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Casey local government area. With a population of 994 at the 2021 census, the locality covers around 4.6 square kilometres and sits at an elevation of 155 metres above sea level. Housing is predominantly low-density residential with a mix of established family homes, reflecting its semi-rural character on Melbourne's fringe.

The locality is home to Churchill National Park, a bushland reserve accessible via Army Road and Churchill Park Drive, offering walking and cycling trails through native vegetation. Residents are close to the more developed neighbouring suburbs of Rowville and Endeavour Hills, where shopping centres, schools, and services can be found. Dandenong, a major commercial hub with extensive public transport connections, is around 6 kilometres away, making Lysterfield South a quiet green pocket within easy reach of Melbourne's outer east facilities.

Lysterfield South falls under postcode 3156 and is governed by the Casey Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Casey, while state elections fall under the Rowville (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3156
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Casey
Federal Electorate
Casey
State Electorate
Rowville (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.57 km²
Population Density
217 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3156

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3156, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,152
Median 2023–24
$61,306
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,061

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3156; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dandenong Station
6.5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Route 898 — Endeavour Hills / Dandenong 20-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
Drive to Dandenong Station (~15 min), then Pakenham/Cranbourne Line to Flinders Street (~45 min)
By Car (Peak)
45-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Car-dependent locality; EastLink and Monash Freeway provide highway access to CBD

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lysterfield South has no local retail or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
994
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Casey Local Government Area, which contains Lysterfield South. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lysterfield South known for? +

Lysterfield South is best known for containing Churchill National Park, a large bushland reserve offering walking and cycling trails through native vegetation, accessible from Army Road and Churchill Park Drive.

How far is Lysterfield South from Melbourne CBD? +

Lysterfield South is approximately 30 kilometres south-east of the Melbourne CBD, typically a 30–65 minute drive depending on traffic conditions and your route via EastLink or the Monash Freeway.

Does Lysterfield South have public transport? +

Public transport in Lysterfield South is very limited. There is no train station in the locality; residents typically drive to Dandenong Station (approximately 6.5 km away) to access train services into the city.

What is the population of Lysterfield South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lysterfield South has a population of 994 people across approximately 281 dwellings, making it a small but established outer suburban locality.

Is Lysterfield South a good place to live? +

Lysterfield South suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle on Melbourne's outer fringe with direct access to Churchill National Park. A car is essential, but neighbouring Rowville and Dandenong provide nearby shops, schools, and services.

What is the postcode for Lysterfield South? +

The postcode for Lysterfield South is 3156, shared with parts of neighbouring Lysterfield.

Is Lysterfield South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lysterfield South 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.