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Oakleigh South

VIC 3167 • Greater Melbourne

9,851
Population (2021)
$99,580
Median Household Income
6.65 km²
Area
$418/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffordable MelbourneDiverse DiningSuburban

About Oakleigh South

Oakleigh South is a diverse suburban neighbourhood in Melbourne's southeast, located approximately 18 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Kingston. With a population of nearly 10,000, it has a median age of 40 and is one of Melbourne's most multicultural suburbs, with over 45% of residents born overseas. The Greek, Chinese, and Indian communities are particularly prominent, giving the area a rich cultural fabric.

Oakleigh South offers a family-oriented lifestyle with good access to shops, schools, and green spaces. Warrigal Road and Centre Road provide retail and dining options, including a Woolworths and various multicultural eateries. The nearby Oakleigh Central shopping district is known for its Greek restaurants and cafes. Families are drawn to the suburb's relatively affordable housing, strong school catchments, and community sports facilities. The area features a mix of post-war brick homes and newer developments.

Oakleigh South falls under postcode 3167 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarinda (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3167
Urban Area
Chelsea
LGA / Council
Kingston
Federal Electorate
Hotham
State Electorate
Clarinda (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.93°, 145.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
6.65 km²
Elevation
60m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.25M
20 sales · ▼ 2% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$815K
21 sales · ▼ 1.5% 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)
$418
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.2%

72 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Oakleigh
2 km
24 mins
Huntingdale
2.2 km
26 mins
Clayton
2.5 km
30 mins

Bus Services

  • 903 — Mordialloc to Altona via Oakleigh (SmartBus) 10 mins to Oakleigh Station
  • 630 — Elwood to Monash Uni via Oakleigh South 20-30 mins
  • 802 — Chadstone to Mentone via Warrigal Road 15-20 mins

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
30-35 mins from Oakleigh Station
By Bus
50-60 mins
By Car (Peak)
35-50 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 mins

🛣️ Bus connections to Oakleigh or Huntingdale stations for train to CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Shops along Warrigal Road and Centre Road accessible on foot, but spread-out suburb layout

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Warrigal and Centre Roads Oakleigh South 3167 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
272.4 / 100k
2yr Down 20.8% 10yr Down 23.9%
Motor vehicle theft
324.8 / 100k
2yr Up 97.7% 10yr Up 38.4%
Non-FV assault
230.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 33.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.6 / 100k
2yr Down 26.8% 10yr Up 13.7%
Steal from vehicle
1,004.9 / 100k
2yr Up 29.3% 10yr Up 14.7%
View all offence subgroups for Kingston →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,261
Census 2021
9,851
▲ 6.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,992
Personal Income 2021
$40,040
▲ 29.2% 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
$40,040 / yr
$770/wk
Household
$99,580 / yr
$1915/wk
Family
$114,400 / yr
$2200/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,022
Born Overseas 4,482

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 800
  • 2. China 631
  • 3. Greece 497
  • 4. Vietnam 196
  • 5. Sri Lanka 185
  • 6. Italy 166
  • 7. England 141
  • 8. Philippines 130
  • 9. Cambodia 83
  • 10. Malaysia 83

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,695
Australian 1,626
Greek 1,395
Chinese 1,269
Indian 885
Irish 607
Italian 568
Scottish 488
Vietnamese 260
German 194

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,365
Both parents born in Australia
6,191
Both parents born overseas
930
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.8%
No Religion
31.4%
Hinduism
6.6%
Buddhism
4.5%
Judaism
2.2%
Islam
1.9%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
553 (5.6%)
5-14 years
1,082 (11.0%)
15-19 years
444 (4.5%)
20-24 years
565 (5.7%)
25-34 years
1,471 (14.9%)
35-44 years
1,435 (14.6%)
45-54 years
1,235 (12.5%)
55-64 years
1,197 (12.2%)
65-74 years
981 (10.0%)
75-84 years
616 (6.3%)
85+ years
271 (2.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oakleigh South known for? +

Oakleigh South is known for its multicultural community and diverse local shopping, with Warrigal Road serving as the main commercial corridor. The suburb is well-positioned between two major train lines for Melbourne commuters.

How far is Oakleigh South from Melbourne CBD? +

Oakleigh South is approximately 16 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 25-35 minute drive or accessible via Oakleigh or Huntingdale stations on the Pakenham Line.

Does Oakleigh South have public transport? +

Oakleigh South is served by bus routes connecting to Oakleigh station (Pakenham Line) and Huntingdale station, providing frequent train services to Melbourne CBD. The suburb benefits from proximity to both Pakenham and Frankston line stations.

What is the population of Oakleigh South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Oakleigh South has a population of approximately 9,851 residents, with a strongly multicultural demographic in the City of Kingston.

Is Oakleigh South a good place to live? +

Oakleigh South offers affordable housing in Melbourne's south-east with good transit options, multicultural dining and shopping, and proximity to major employment centres including Monash University and the Clayton industrial precinct.

What is the postcode for Oakleigh South? +

The postcode for Oakleigh South is 3167.

What is the average income in Oakleigh South? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Oakleigh South is about $770 per week (around $40,000 per year). The median household income is $1,915 per week and the median family income is $2,200 per week.

What is the median house price in Oakleigh South? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,245,300, down 2% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $815,000, down 1.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Oakleigh South? +

The median age in Oakleigh South is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,471 residents, around 15%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Oakleigh South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Oakleigh South is part of the Kingston 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 Oakleigh South? +

In Oakleigh South, the median weekly rent is $418, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).