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Sandhurst

VIC 3977 • Greater Melbourne

5,211
Population (2021)
$141,128
Median Household Income
3.17 km²
Area
$530/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffluentNew DevelopmentSuburbanGrowth Suburb

About Sandhurst

Sandhurst is a modern residential suburb in Melbourne's outer south-eastern fringe, falling within the City of Frankston approximately 40 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. The suburb has a population of around 5,211 and is characterised by larger households, with an average of three people per dwelling reflecting its strong family demographic. A notably high median household income of approximately $2,714 per week places Sandhurst among the more affluent localities within the Frankston local government area.

Sandhurst offers a mix of contemporary estate housing with a quiet, leafy character suited to families seeking space on Melbourne's urban fringe. The suburb is close to the broader Frankston area amenities, including schools, retail centres, and foreshore parklands along Port Phillip Bay. With convenient access to major arterial roads including the Frankston Freeway and a commuter rail service from nearby Frankston station, the suburb appeals to those balancing suburban family living with accessibility to Melbourne.

Sandhurst falls under postcode 3977 and is governed by Frankston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Carrum (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3977
Urban Area
Frankston - East
LGA / Council
Frankston
Federal Electorate
Dunkley
State Electorate
Carrum (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.08°, 145.21°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.17 km²
Elevation
18m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.1M
28 sales · ▲ 10.3% 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)
$530
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
41 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cranbourne
5 km
N/A
Lynbrook
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 891 — Cranbourne Station 15-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
60-70 min from Cranbourne station (Cranbourne Line to Flinders Street)
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ EastLink and Princes Highway provide road access. Bus connections to Cranbourne Line stations.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Outer suburban development; car or bus needed for all daily needs, with the golf club providing a local amenity.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
444.3 / 100k
2yr Up 34.7% 10yr Down 28.2%
Motor vehicle theft
368.7 / 100k
2yr Up 75.5% 10yr Up 15.6%
Non-FV assault
396.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 22.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.9 / 100k
2yr Up 96.4% 10yr Down 12.8%
Steal from vehicle
1,425.8 / 100k
2yr Up 97.9% 10yr Up 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for Frankston →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,981
Census 2021
5,211
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$49,088
Personal Income 2021
$56,836
▲ 15.8% 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
$56,836 / yr
$1093/wk
Household
$141,128 / yr
$2714/wk
Family
$147,368 / yr
$2834/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,490
Born Overseas 1,619

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 310
  • 2. South Africa 243
  • 3. India 142
  • 4. New Zealand 122
  • 5. Sri Lanka 59
  • 6. Scotland 53
  • 7. Malaysia 49
  • 8. Philippines 49
  • 9. China 46
  • 10. Mauritius 32

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,877
Australian 1,541
Scottish 479
Irish 471
Indian 219
Italian 208
Chinese 190
German 162
Greek 133
South African 133

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,179
Both parents born in Australia
2,206
Both parents born overseas
697
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.0%
No Religion
41.1%
Hinduism
2.6%
Buddhism
1.8%
Islam
1.7%
Sikhism
0.8%
Judaism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
311 (6.0%)
5-14 years
794 (15.2%)
15-19 years
316 (6.1%)
20-24 years
238 (4.6%)
25-34 years
421 (8.1%)
35-44 years
848 (16.3%)
45-54 years
827 (15.9%)
55-64 years
718 (13.8%)
65-74 years
560 (10.7%)
75-84 years
153 (2.9%)
85+ years
26 (0.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sandhurst known for? +

Sandhurst is known for the prestigious Sandhurst Club golf course, which has helped position the suburb as an upmarket outer-suburban address in Melbourne's south-east. Modern housing estates cater to families seeking space in the City of Casey.

How far is Sandhurst from Melbourne CBD? +

Sandhurst is approximately 45 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 50-70 minute drive via EastLink. Cranbourne and Lynbrook stations (approximately 5 km) on the Cranbourne Line provide train access.

Does Sandhurst have public transport? +

Sandhurst is served by bus routes connecting to Cranbourne and Lynbrook stations on the Cranbourne Line, approximately 5 kilometres away, providing train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Sandhurst? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sandhurst has a population of approximately 5,211 residents, with continued growth as Casey's outer south-east continues to develop.

Is Sandhurst a good place to live? +

Sandhurst suits families seeking modern housing in Melbourne's outer south-east, with the Sandhurst Club golf course providing a premium local amenity. Good local schools and growing community facilities are developing as the suburb matures.

What is the postcode for Sandhurst? +

The postcode for Sandhurst is 3977.

What is the average income in Sandhurst? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Sandhurst is about $1,093 per week (around $56,800 per year). The median household income is $2,714 per week and the median family income is $2,834 per week.

What is the median house price in Sandhurst? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,100,000, up 10.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Sandhurst? +

The median age in Sandhurst is 41. The largest age group is 35–44 (848 residents, around 16%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Sandhurst a safe area? +

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

In Sandhurst, the median weekly rent is $530, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,383 (2021 Census).