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Mulgrave

VIC 3170 • Greater Melbourne

19,889
Population (2021)
$99,476
Median Household Income
10.72 km²
Area
$430/wk
Median Rent
Employment Hub AdjacentFreeway AccessFamily-FriendlyOuter East

About Mulgrave

Mulgrave is a well-positioned outer-eastern suburb of nearly 20,000 in Monash, located 22 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD. Though lacking direct rail, the suburb benefits from EastLink freeway access and proximity to major employment at the Monash precinct. The area features established housing alongside the IKEA and industrial precinct.

Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre provides local retail, while the Monash University and hospital precinct offer major employment. The suburb has an increasingly Asian-Australian character. Mulgrave attracts working professionals and families seeking outer-eastern housing with freeway access and proximity to the Monash employment corridor, offering more value than suburbs closer to the university.

Mulgrave falls under postcode 3170 and is governed by Monash Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mulgrave (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3170
Urban Area
Wheelers Hill
LGA / Council
Monash
Federal Electorate
Hotham
State Electorate
Mulgrave (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.17°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
10.72 km²
Elevation
86m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.1M
82 sales · ▲ 4.6% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$690K
7 sales · ▼ 12.4% 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)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Melbourne CBD Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

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

🛣️ Located 22 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
    Brandon Park Shopping Centre Ferntree Gully Road Mulgrave 3170 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
409 / 100k
2yr Down 14.9% 10yr Down 21.4%
Motor vehicle theft
414.6 / 100k
2yr Up 88.9% 10yr Up 41.6%
Non-FV assault
208.7 / 100k
2yr Up 17.8% 10yr Up 43.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.4 / 100k
2yr Up 20.2% 10yr Down 49.5%
Steal from vehicle
1,410.1 / 100k
2yr Up 38.2% 10yr Up 52.0%
View all offence subgroups for Monash →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
19,368
Census 2021
19,889
▲ 2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,668
Personal Income 2021
$38,792
▲ 22.5% 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
$38,792 / yr
$746/wk
Household
$99,476 / yr
$1913/wk
Family
$110,968 / yr
$2134/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 10,006
Born Overseas 9,231

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 1,229
  • 2. India 1,029
  • 3. Sri Lanka 999
  • 4. Malaysia 607
  • 5. Vietnam 591
  • 6. Greece 538
  • 7. Italy 354
  • 8. England 293
  • 9. Philippines 206
  • 10. New Zealand 200

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 3,387
Australian 3,019
English 2,989
Greek 1,888
Italian 1,397
Indian 1,273
Vietnamese 851
Irish 837
Scottish 801
Sri Lankan 629

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,454
Both parents born in Australia
13,098
Both parents born overseas
1,635
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.7%
No Religion
27.0%
Buddhism
7.7%
Hinduism
5.0%
Islam
4.3%
Sikhism
0.8%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,090 (5.5%)
5-14 years
2,428 (12.2%)
15-19 years
1,056 (5.3%)
20-24 years
1,141 (5.7%)
25-34 years
2,704 (13.6%)
35-44 years
2,894 (14.6%)
45-54 years
2,599 (13.1%)
55-64 years
2,073 (10.4%)
65-74 years
1,965 (9.9%)
75-84 years
1,420 (7.1%)
85+ years
519 (2.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mulgrave known for? +

Mulgrave is a well-established residential suburb in Monash, VIC, with a population of approximately 19,889 residents. The suburb is valued for its local schools, parks, and community facilities.

How far is Mulgrave from Melbourne CBD? +

Mulgrave is approximately 22 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, typically a 20-35 min drive outside peak hours.

Does Mulgrave have public transport? +

Mulgrave 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 Mulgrave? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mulgrave has a population of approximately 19,889 residents.

Is Mulgrave a good place to live? +

Mulgrave offers a practical and liveable lifestyle with local schools, parks, and shopping. With a median income around $47,350, it attracts a broad demographic mix.

What is the postcode for Mulgrave? +

The postcode for Mulgrave, VIC is 3170.

What is the average income in Mulgrave? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mulgrave is about $746 per week (around $38,800 per year). The median household income is $1,913 per week and the median family income is $2,134 per week.

What is the median house price in Mulgrave? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,098,500, up 4.6% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $690,000, down 12.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Mulgrave? +

The median age in Mulgrave is 40. The largest age group is 35–44 (2,894 residents, around 15%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mulgrave a safe area? +

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

In Mulgrave, the median weekly rent is $430, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).