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VIC · Yarra Ranges Council

Kilsyth, 3137

Est. population · Jun 2025

12,251

Growth (1 yr)

+0.5%

Growth (5 yr)

+6.9%

Median age

38

Median income

$1,649/wk

Employment rate

61.5%

Median house price · 4th Quarter 2025

$870,000

Languages at home

13.2%non-English

Most common: Mandarin, Persian, Sinhalese

2021 Census · usual residence

Desirability score

68.4/100
Good

Top 11% of Victoria's suburbs

Verified 100% confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Green suburb
  • High desirability
  • Excellent transport
  • Education hub
  • Café precinct
What Kilsyth is known for: Green suburb, High desirability, Excellent transport, Education hub, Café precinct

Suburb profile

Set among the hills of Yarra Ranges Council, Kilsyth is a established suburb with bushland views and a cooler, leafier feel. The city and surrounding suburbs are both within comfortable reach, which keeps daily life flexible. Working households and growing families are the backbone of local life, with a strong presence of young families throughout.

Sport and recreation are easy to access, with local venues supporting active weekends and after-work routines. Outdoor life is easy here, with generous parks and room for kids, dogs and weekend strolls. Most routine trips are on foot, while buses cover longer journeys across the metro area.

Housing sits above the suburban middle: not the top of the market, but clearly pricier than average. A busy pipeline of new development is gradually changing the look and feel of the streets.

Schools and education, plus growth momentum push the suburb to a good desirability read, even as safety, plus community and employment look more ordinary among similar metro suburbs.

At a glance

Kilsyth snapshot

A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk

Median house price

$870k

+0.8% change

Median rent

—

No data available

Population (ERP)

12,251

+0.5% annual growth

Dwelling vacancy

5.1%

Census unoccupied dwellings

Livability profile

Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)

How it compares

Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles

Desirability

#54

among Metro Melbourne · Established

Safety

54th

percentile in state (higher = safer)

Pop. growth

53rd

percentile in VIC

Advantage (IRSAD)

5/10

national SEIFA decile

School ICSEA

52nd

percentile among schools with ICSEA

Population growth

Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years

Housing mix

Dwelling types from the 2021 Census

Risks & flags

Quick scan — open a section below for full context

Living here

Desirability

Ranks & confidence
Desirability score
68.4/100 — Good
State standing
Top 11% of Victoria's suburbs
National rank
311th in Australia
State rank
131st in VIC
Peer rank
#54 among Metro Melbourne · Established suburbs
Cohort rank
#95 among Metro Melbourne suburbs
Data confidence
100%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated

Housing

Median house price (4th Quarter 2025)
$870,000
Median price change
+0.8%

Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)

Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum

Data sources & freshness

Population

Estimated resident population

12,251(June 2025)

+0.5% annual · +6.9% over 5 years · 53th percentile in VIC

Growth figures & methodology
Annual growth
+0.5%
5-year growth
+6.9%
Change in 1 year
+61
Change in 5 years
+792
Growth rank in VIC
53th percentile

ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.

Methodology

Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.

The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~13,150), extrapolated at +1.4% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.

2021 Census figures

2021 Census

Population
11,699
Median age
38
Median household income / week
$1,649
Dwelling vacancy
5.1%
Unoccupied private dwellings
248 of 4,837
Median monthly mortgage
$1,972
Employment rate
61.5%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
3,887 / 647 / 58

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

  • Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries

Community & culture

No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Offence counts & rates
Total offences (2026)
712
Against the person
150
Against property
341
Rate per 1,000 residents
58.1
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 78 residents
State safety percentile
54.2th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+1.7%

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage58
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle66
  • B49 Other Theft54
  • C32 Drug Possession40
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order81

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Family & Lifestyle

Schools & preschools

Schools within 2 km
4
Median school ICSEA (4 schools)
1,013
Median ICSEA percentile
52th
School list
  • Gladesville Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 968 · 32th percentile · LBOTE 20% · 76 students · Top SEA quarter 3% · 0.5 km awayView on My School →
  • St Richard's Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1058 · 71th percentile · LBOTE 21% · 166 students · Top SEA quarter 21% · 0.9 km awayView on My School →
  • Kilsyth Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 948 · 24th percentile · LBOTE 16% · 114 students · Top SEA quarter 4% · 1.4 km awayView on My School →
  • Ghilgai SchoolPrimary · Independent · ICSEA 1061 · 72th percentile · LBOTE 21% · 94 students · Top SEA quarter 22% · 1.6 km awayView on My School →

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Childcare

3 childcare services from OpenStreetMap

  • Little Penguin ELCDurham Roadkindergarten
  • Natural Wonders Early Learning KilsythHansen Roadkindergarten
  • Palm Grove Preschoolkindergarten

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

Childcare centre count

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · current · Updated

Public transport

56 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Garden St/Liverpool Rd
  • Kilsyth Sports Centre/Liverpool Rd
  • Lade Ave/Liverpool Rd
  • Luscombe Ct/Liverpool Rd
  • Orchard St/Liverpool Rd

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

260 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

2 restaurants · 2 cafes · 1 supermarkets · 1 pharmacies · 2 bakeries · 2 places of worship · 6 playgrounds · 2 sports centres

Local character & venue list

Local character

  • Highly walkable for everyday errands
  • Great for outdoor family life — 30 parks mapped in suburb, 6 playgrounds nearby
  • Well connected by public transport — 56 public transport stops
  • Strong local sport and recreation — 20 sport and outdoor facilities nearby
Walkability proxy
82/100
Cafés per 1,000 residents
0.17
Food & drink per 1,000 residents
0.51
Parks per 1,000 residents
2.56
Food & drink(6)
  • Bakers DelightBakery

    Unit 16 518 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • Mountain View BakeryBakery
  • Cafe
  • Dolcetti of KilsythCafe

    18 Collins Place, Kilsyth

  • Fonzies DinerRestaurant
  • Just Cruize in DinerRestaurant
Shopping(5)
  • 7-ElevenConvenience store
  • EG AustraliaConvenience store

    534-542 Mount Dandenong Road

  • UnitedConvenience store
  • WoolworthsSupermarket

    Unit 1 534-542 Mount Dandenong Road

Community(7)
  • Japara HouseCommunity centre
  • Little Penguin ELCKindergarten

    37 Durham Road, Kilsyth

  • Natural Wonders Early Learning KilsythKindergarten

    20 Hansen Road, Kilsyth

  • Palm Grove PreschoolKindergarten
  • Gladesville Primary SchoolSchool

    48 Gladesville Drive

  • Kilsyth Primary SchoolSchool

    555 Mount Dandenong Road

  • St Richard's Primary SchoolSchool

    672-674 Mount Dandenong Road

Health & services(2)
  • Caremore PharmacyPharmacy

    Unit 17 518 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • Greencross VetsVeterinary
Sport & outdoors(34)
  • Balmoral ReservePark
  • Belinda ReservePark
  • Collins Place ReservePark
  • Geoffrey Drive ReservePark
  • Hansen ParkPark
  • Hansford ReservePark
  • Kevin Court ReservePark
  • Melbourne Water Linear ReservePark
  • Orchard Street ReservePark
  • Palm Grove ReservePark
  • Park (2)
  • Pines ReservePark
  • Wirraminna ReservePark
  • Playground (6)
  • Kilsyth Sports CentreSports centre

    115 Liverpool Road, Kilsyth

  • Maroondah Cycle Training ClubSports centre
  • Alan Smith OvalSports field
  • Eastfield BMX ClubSports field

    195 Colchester Road, Kilsyth

  • Roy Baldwin OvalSports field
  • Sports field
  • Swimming pool (8)
Transport(36)

36 bus stops

Other(44)
  • BWSAlcohol

    Mount Dandenong Road

  • Dan Murphy'sAlcohol

    Unit 18 518 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • Bench (2)
  • Strongroom Caravan StorageBoat Storage

    2 Danjul Close, Kilsyth

  • Pick A PartCar Parts

    50 Fussell Road

  • ARB Head officeCar repair

    42-44 Garden Street

  • AUS4WDCar repair

    Unit 1 37 Garden Street

  • Car wash
  • Top Gear Car WashCar wash

    595 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • Swift Caravan ServicesCaravan

    114-142 Colchester Road, Kilsyth

  • Red Earth FlowersFlorist

    Unit 13 518 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • Garden
  • Blondie Bar SalonHairdresser
  • Eden WayInformation
  • Information (2)
  • Loading Dock
  • Churinga Village Shopping CentreMall
  • Kilsyth Shopping CentreMall
  • Leenan MassageMassage

    Unit 15 518 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • Kilsyth outdoor storeOutdoor

    121 Canterbury Road

  • Parking (32)
  • Yarra Ranges CouncilParking
  • Parking Entrance
  • Kilsyth Shopping CentreParking Space
  • Parking Space (88)
  • PetstockPet

    Unit 18A 518 Mount Dandenong Road, Kilsyth

  • The Meadows Produce and Pet SuppliesPet

    Unit 6 161 Canterbury Road, Kilsyth

  • Kilsyth Dog GroomingPet Grooming
  • 7-ElevenPetrol station
  • EG AmpolPetrol station

    534-542 Mount Dandenong Road

  • UnitedPetrol station
  • Picnic Table (4)
  • Ebenezer Bible Presbyterian ChurchPlace of worship
  • The Revival FellowshipPlace of worship
  • Australia PostPost Box
  • Post Box
  • Public Building (2)
  • Public toilets
  • Swift Caravan ServicesRv Storage
  • Shelter (3)
  • SportsmartSports

    115 Canterbury Road

  • TelstraTelephone
  • Track
  • Waste Basket (2)

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated

Parks & reserves

20 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Balmoral ReservePark
  • Belinda ReservePark
  • Collins Place ReservePark
  • Elizabeth Bridge ReservePark
  • Florence Street ReservePark
  • Geoffrey Drive ReservePark
  • Hansen ParkPark
  • Hansford ReservePark
  • Healesville Freeway ReservePark
  • Jacaranda ReservePark

Data sources & freshness

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
34
Parks (OSM)
30

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

Places of worship

2 places of worship within ~1.5 km

  • Ebenezer Bible Presbyterian Church
  • The Revival Fellowship

From OpenStreetMap within ~1.5 km of the suburb centre.

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
3
Nearest hospital
Mooroolbark Residential Aged Care Facility (2.4 km)
Nearest hospital type
Public hospital
Nearest hospital emergency
Emergency department
Emergency department in suburb
Not in suburb
  • Caremore PharmacyMount Dandenong RoadPharmacy
  • Kilsyth DentalMount Dandenong RoadDentist
  • Kilsyth Medical GroupDoctor

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

NDIS participation

NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
446
Participants per 1,000 residents
36.4

Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.

For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.

Data sources & freshness

Weather

Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.

Summer (Dec–Feb)

Usual max / min
24° / 13°
Rainfall
155 mm · ~19 rainy days

Autumn (Mar–May)

Usual max / min
20° / 11°
Rainfall
186 mm · ~23 rainy days

Winter (Jun–Aug)

Usual max / min
14° / 6°
Rainfall
203 mm · ~25 rainy days

Spring (Sep–Nov)

Usual max / min
18° / 9°
Rainfall
207 mm · ~26 rainy days

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Temperature and humidity comfort

Data sources & freshness

  • Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated

Future & Planning

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

230 planning-related records

2021· 40 proposals

  • September 2021

  • Refurbishment of existing education facility, relocation of portable building and landscaping
    672-674 MT DANDENONG ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Two lot subdivision
    5 HAMILTON CLOSE KILSYTH 3137Lapsed
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling, two lot subdivision and vegetation removal
    28 GLADESVILLE DRIVE KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Development of a minor sports and recreation facility (redevelopment of Gary Tait Pavilion)
    115-123 LIVERPOOL ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct three dwellings, three lot subdivision and vegetation removal
    37 TERRIGAL CRESCENT KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works to construct a front fence
    10 TI-TREE COURT KILSYTH 3137No permit required
  • Three lot subdivision
    32 TERRIGAL CRESCENT KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • August 2021

  • Two lot subdivision
    5A GLEN DHU ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to extend existing dwelling
    UNIT 4/61 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of the land for sale of Packaged Liquor
    SHOP 18/518 MT DANDENONG ROAD KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by the Resp. Authority
  • Buildings and works to construct an outbuilding
    500 GREEVES DRIVE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling, two lot subdivision, creation of an easement and vegetation removal
    647 MT DANDENONG ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct five dwellings and removal of easement
    92 LIVERPOOL ROAD KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Use and development of a child care centre and associated signage
    23 HAWTHORY ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct eight dwellings and associated vegetation removal
    13 BEATRICE STREET KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works to construct six dwellings and six lot subdivision
    8 CAMERON COURT KILSYTH 3137Refusal issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works to extend existing dwelling
    UNIT 2/61 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a carport
    6 LADE AVENUE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Buildings and works to construct six dwellings; six-lot subdivision; and alteration of access to a road in a Transport Zone 2.
    634 MT DANDENONG ROAD KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling and a carport to the existing dwelling, two lot subdivision and removal of vegetation
    33 HILLVIEW DRIVE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Subdivision of the land into 3 lots (following an approved development)
    16 TENNYSON AVENUE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct an outbuilding
    1-198 GREEVES DRIVE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct two dwellings
    2 MOUNTFIELD ROAD KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling
    5 DEBORAH STREET KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Fifteen lot subdivision
    56A GEOFFREY DRIVE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Consent to carry out works (earthworks) within building exclusion zone as per s173 Agreement AT946412N & Covenant AU487262D
    719 MT DANDENONG ROAD KILSYTH 3137Withdrawn

  • June 2021

  • Buildings and work to construct a pergola
    6 Emerald ClosePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to increase floor area of warehouse and reduction of carparking
    9 Camaro PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Five lot subdivision
    42 Liverpool RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling and two lot subdivision
    25 CHERYLNNE CRESCENT KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct two dwellings; and removal of vegetation
    8A SHIELD COURT KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to increase floor area (mezzanine)
    9 Camaro PlaceWithdrawn
  • Two lot subdivision
    33 Margaret StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a front fence
    21 Cherylnne CrescentNo permit required
  • Consent to 173 agreement ARG641403G to alter the approved development under permit YR-2018/176
    1B Arnold StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling, modifications to the existing dwelling and a two lot subdivision
    34 MILFORD STREET KILSYTH 3137NOD issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling, carport for existing dwelling and two lot subdivision
    10 CRINAN STREET KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of 2 single storey dwellings to the rear of existing dwelling and tree removal
    14 WAVELL AVENUE KILSYTH 3137Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a second dwelling, two lot subdivision, removal of an easement and vegetation removal
    12 Geoffrey DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Vary restrictive covenant EO45266
    28 Gladesville DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated

Politics & representation

Federal electorate
Casey
Member of Parliament
Aaron VIOLI (Liberal)
Results from
2025 federal election
Electorate enrolment (2025)
122,351
Turnout (2025)
94.5%
Swing since 2022 (2025)
-1.5 pp toward Coalition

Two-party preferred (2025)

Coalition 52.9%Labor 47.1%

Estimated suburb voting profile

Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 3.8 km away).

Coalition 48.9%Labor 51.1%

4.0 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate

Estimated swing since 2022: +0.7 pp toward Labor

Nearest polling places

  • Kilsyth SouthLabor 53.7% · Coalition 46.3% TPP (2025)0.9 km away
  • Kilsyth EastLabor 44.5% · Coalition 55.5% TPP (2025)1.5 km away
  • Montrose SouthLabor 48.1% · Coalition 51.9% TPP (2025)1.7 km away
  • Kilsyth (Casey)Labor 52.4% · Coalition 47.6% TPP (2025)2.0 km away
  • MontroseLabor 51.6% · Coalition 48.4% TPP (2025)2.4 km away

Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic

IRSAD decile (2021)
5/10
IRSD decile (2021)
5/10

ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).

What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?

IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.

IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.

A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Compare with

Similar suburbs to weigh up side by side — scores, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

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