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Thornhill Park

VIC 3335 • Victoria

3,066
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Growth SuburbNew DevelopmentFamily-FriendlyAffordableCommuter Belt
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About Thornhill Park

Thornhill Park is a rapidly growing residential suburb in Melbourne's western growth corridor, located approximately 40 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD in the Melton local government area. Gazetted in recent years as part of Melbourne's expanding urban fringe, the suburb has seen strong population growth as modern housing estates attract young families and first-home buyers seeking affordable land and new-build homes. With a population of around 3,066 and continuing to grow, Thornhill Park is part of one of Victoria's fastest-expanding communities.

The suburb is part of the broader Thornhill Park estate development, featuring contemporary streetscapes, local parks, walking and cycling paths, and community open space designed for growing families. Proximity to the Melton township provides access to supermarkets, schools, medical centres, and community facilities. Melton Station on the regional Ballarat rail line offers connections to Melbourne CBD, though most residents rely on private vehicles for daily commuting. Affordable housing prices and modern infrastructure make Thornhill Park especially popular with young families and first-home buyers seeking value on Melbourne's western fringe.

Thornhill Park falls under postcode 3335 and is governed by the Melton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gorton, while state elections fall under the Sydenham (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3335
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Melton
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
Sydenham (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.73°, 144.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.56 km²
Population Density
321 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$601K
74 sales · ▲ 0.2% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3335

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3335, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,390
Median 2023–24
$55,973
▲ 11.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,883

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3335; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Melton Station
4.5 km
N/A (drive recommended)

Bus Services

  • Local Melton bus services — Melton town centre 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
~55-65 min to Southern Cross Station via Melton Station (Ballarat Line)
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; Western Ring Road and Western Freeway provide main CBD access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

As a new outer-fringe suburb, Thornhill Park has limited walkable amenities and most residents drive for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
3,066
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
305 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 58.2%
Motor vehicle theft
295.2 / 100k
2yr Up 104.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
189.8 / 100k
2yr Up 12.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 41.4%
Steal from vehicle
752.3 / 100k
2yr Up 60.6% 10yr Down 27.4%
View all offence subgroups for Melton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thornhill Park known for? +

Thornhill Park is known as one of Melbourne's newer outer-western suburbs, characterised by modern housing estates, growing family communities, and affordable entry-level properties in the Melton growth corridor.

How far is Thornhill Park from Melbourne CBD? +

Thornhill Park is approximately 40 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, typically a 40–75 minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

Does Thornhill Park have public transport? +

Thornhill Park has limited local bus services connecting to Melton town centre. The nearest train station is Melton Station on the Ballarat Line, approximately 4–5 kilometres away, offering rail connections to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Thornhill Park? +

Thornhill Park's population is approximately 3,066 and growing rapidly as new estates continue to develop in the area.

Is Thornhill Park a good place to live? +

Thornhill Park suits young families and first-home buyers seeking affordable, modern homes in a planned community setting. It offers good value compared to inner Melbourne suburbs, though residents should expect to rely heavily on private vehicles for commuting and daily needs.

What is the postcode for Thornhill Park? +

The postcode for Thornhill Park is 3335.

What is the median house price in Thornhill Park? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $600,700, up 0.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

Is Thornhill Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Thornhill Park is part of the Melton 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.