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Tyabb

VIC 3913 • Greater Melbourne

3,449
Population (2021)
$96,616
Median Household Income
23.62 km²
Area
$383/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyLeafyCommuter BeltHeritage

About Tyabb

Tyabb is a semi-rural locality on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, situated approximately 55 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD within the Mornington Peninsula Shire. Covering over 23 square kilometres, it is a spacious, low-density community with a population of 3,449 and a median age of 42, predominantly Anglo-Australian in character. The area offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with acreage properties, hobby farms, and established family homes spread across a largely green and undulating landscape.

Tyabb is well-known among antique enthusiasts for its cluster of dealers and the Tyabb Packing House Antiques, which draws visitors from across the region. The suburb has its own station on the Stony Point Line, with connections to Frankston for onward services to Melbourne, though most residents rely on cars for daily commuting. Families and sea-changers are attracted by affordable larger-block living, proximity to the Peninsula's beaches, wineries, and nature reserves, and the tight-knit semi-rural community character.

Tyabb falls under postcode 3913 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hastings (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3913
Urban Area
Mornington - East
LGA / Council
Mornington Peninsula
Federal Electorate
Flinders
State Electorate
Hastings (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.27°, 145.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
23.62 km²
Elevation
24m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$790K
15 sales · ▼ 6.5% 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)
$383
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,824
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.2%

3 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tyabb
0.5 km
6 min
Baxter
3.5 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • Route 784 — Frankston Station 25-35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
Approx 90 min via Tyabb Station (Stony Point Line) to Frankston, then Frankston Line to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
60-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-65 min

🛣️ Frankston Freeway and Nepean Highway provide main road access; Frankston is the regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for almost all daily needs; the locality is rural and spread out with minimal walking infrastructure

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
529.6 / 100k
2yr Up 59.3% 10yr Down 17.4%
Motor vehicle theft
277.9 / 100k
2yr Up 159.9% 10yr Up 83.2%
Non-FV assault
221.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 50.5% 10yr Up 181.7%
Steal from vehicle
790 / 100k
2yr Up 77.7% 10yr Up 30.9%
View all offence subgroups for Mornington Peninsula →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,338
Census 2021
3,449
▲ 3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,672
Personal Income 2021
$40,716
▲ 14.1% 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
$40,716 / yr
$783/wk
Household
$96,616 / yr
$1858/wk
Family
$109,720 / yr
$2110/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,852
Born Overseas 496

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 221
  • 2. Scotland 43
  • 3. New Zealand 42
  • 4. Netherlands 26
  • 5. Germany 18
  • 6. Ireland 15
  • 7. Philippines 13
  • 8. Italy 9
  • 9. South Africa 9
  • 10. United States 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,673
Australian 1,427
Scottish 450
Irish 422
German 151
Dutch 140
Italian 125
Polish 31
Greek 26
Chinese 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,118
Both parents born in Australia
684
Both parents born overseas
540
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.3%
Christianity
40.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
176 (5.1%)
5-14 years
404 (11.7%)
15-19 years
245 (7.1%)
20-24 years
212 (6.1%)
25-34 years
423 (12.3%)
35-44 years
356 (10.3%)
45-54 years
496 (14.4%)
55-64 years
517 (15.0%)
65-74 years
374 (10.8%)
75-84 years
187 (5.4%)
85+ years
64 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tyabb known for? +

Tyabb is known for its popular antique centres and vintage dealers along the main road, the historic Tyabb Aerodrome, and a semi-rural lifestyle on Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula. The area attracts weekend visitors browsing antiques and second-hand stores.

How far is Tyabb from Melbourne? +

Tyabb is approximately 45 kilometres south of Melbourne CBD, around a 50-60 minute drive via the Peninsula Link freeway.

Does Tyabb have public transport? +

Tyabb station on the Stony Point Line provides limited train services connecting to Frankston and Stony Point. Bus routes also connect to Frankston station for Frankston Line services to Melbourne.

What is the population of Tyabb? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tyabb has a population of approximately 3,449 residents, an established semi-rural community on the Mornington Peninsula.

Is Tyabb a good place to live? +

Tyabb offers a semi-rural Mornington Peninsula lifestyle with acreage properties, antique shopping, and easy Peninsula Link access to Melbourne. It suits families and those who value space, hobby farms, and the Peninsula's lifestyle within a reasonable commute.

What is the postcode for Tyabb? +

The postcode for Tyabb is 3913.

What is the average income in Tyabb? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Tyabb is about $783 per week (around $40,700 per year). The median household income is $1,858 per week and the median family income is $2,110 per week.

What is the median house price in Tyabb? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $790,000, down 6.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Tyabb? +

The median age in Tyabb is 42. The largest age group is 55–64 (517 residents, around 15%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Tyabb a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tyabb is part of the Mornington Peninsula 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 Tyabb? +

In Tyabb, the median weekly rent is $383, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,824 (2021 Census).