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Maryknoll

VIC 3812 • Victoria

646
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandFamily-FriendlyQuiet
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About Maryknoll

Maryknoll is a small town in Victoria's Shire of Cardinia, situated approximately 61 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD and 32 kilometres from Berwick. With a population of 646 residents across just 3.4 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact localities in outer south-east Melbourne's growth corridor. The suburb was established in 1950 as a Catholic intentional community and retains a close-knit residential character.

Maryknoll lies adjacent to Bunyip State Park, offering residents immediate access to bushland walking trails and natural scenery. The suburb is car-dependent for most services, with nearby Pakenham and Berwick providing shopping centres, schools, and train connections to Melbourne. Its rural-residential setting and bush surrounds make it popular with families and those seeking a quieter lifestyle within reach of the outer metropolitan area.

Maryknoll falls under postcode 3812 and is governed by the Cardinia Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Pakenham (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3812
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cardinia
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Pakenham (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.07°, 145.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.37 km²
Population Density
192 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3812

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3812, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,180
Median 2023–24
$54,952
▲ 14.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,406

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3812; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nar Nar Goon
4.5 km
55 min
Tynong
6 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Pakenham Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
61 km
By Train
Via Nar Nar Goon station on the Gippsland Line; approx. 80 min to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
70-95 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Car required to reach Nar Nar Goon station; Princes Freeway and Monash Freeway are main routes to the city

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for nearly all daily needs; limited local amenities within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
646
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
284.4 / 100k
2yr Up 33.2% 10yr Down 46.9%
Motor vehicle theft
277.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
193.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.2 / 100k
2yr Up 65.4% 10yr Up 27.1%
Steal from vehicle
860.6 / 100k
2yr Up 108.1% 10yr Up 21.7%
View all offence subgroups for Cardinia →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maryknoll known for? +

Maryknoll is known for its unique origins as a Catholic intentional community established in 1950, and its proximity to Bunyip State Park, which offers bushland walking and a peaceful semi-rural environment on Melbourne's outer south-east fringe.

How far is Maryknoll from Melbourne? +

Maryknoll is approximately 61 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 55 to 95 minute drive via the Princes Freeway depending on traffic.

Does Maryknoll have public transport? +

Maryknoll itself has limited bus services, but Nar Nar Goon railway station on the Gippsland Line is approximately 4.5 kilometres away, offering train connections to Melbourne's CBD via Flinders Street Station.

What is the population of Maryknoll? +

Maryknoll has a population of 646 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it a small, compact community of around 3.4 square kilometres.

Is Maryknoll a good place to live? +

Maryknoll is well-suited to families and those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle near bushland, while remaining within commuting distance of Melbourne. Most services and shopping are accessed in nearby Pakenham or Berwick.

What is the postcode for Maryknoll? +

The postcode for Maryknoll, Victoria is 3812.

Is Maryknoll a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maryknoll is part of the Cardinia 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.