VIC · Manningham Council
Park Orchards, VIC, 3114
Current weather
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Desirability index
77.1/100
How this score is calculated#108 among Metro Melbourne suburbs
Suburb snapshot
Park Orchards is a smaller suburban community in the Manningham area, home to around 3,835 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show 96 offences in 2026 with relatively stable year-on-year trends (-2%), roughly 25.0 offences per 1,000 residents, 2 school and preschool sites in the area, strong public transport coverage with many Public Transport Victoria stops, a solid spread of nearby amenities and everyday services, and notable planning and development activity on record. Snapshot data also shows parks or public open space within the suburb and hospitals or GP clinics within the suburb.
Population
- Population
- 3,835
- Median age
- 45
- Median household income / week
- $3,155
- Dwelling vacancy
- 4.9%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 60 of 1,225
- Median monthly mortgage
- $3,000
- Employment rate
- 63.7%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 44 / 0 / 0
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
- Total offences (2026)
- 96
- Against the person
- 12
- Against property
- 60
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 25
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 320 residents
- State safety percentile
- 18.4th (lower crime is better)
- Year-on-year change
- -2%
Most common offence types
- B311 Residential Aggravated Burglary9
- B321 Residential Non-Aggravated Burglary10
- B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle14
- C32 Drug Possession12
- E21 Breach Family Violence Order9
Data sources & freshness
- Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Year ending March release
Schools & preschools
- Schools & preschools
- 2
- Median school ICSEA (2 schools)
- 1,119
- Park Orchards Primary SchoolPrimary
- St Anne's SchoolPrimary
Data sources & freshness
- ACARA school locations — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
- School ICSEA scores — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
Public transport
25 public transport stops in this suburb
- 396 Park Rd
- Alva Ave/Park Rd
- Enfield Ave/Park Rd
- Kebun Ct/Park Rd
- Park Orchards Tennis Club/Park Rd
Data sources & freshness
- GTFS public transport stops — State transport authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed
Planning & development
Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).
116 planning-related records
2022· 3 proposals
June 2022
- Buildings and works for the construction of a dwelling and associated outbuildings91 KNEES ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114In progress
January 2022
- Buildings and works, including vegetation removal associated with the construction of a dwelling and pool.7 NIOKA COURT PARK ORCHARDS 3114NOD issued by a delegate
- Use and development of the land for a dwelling, swimming pool, associated earthworks and removal of vegetation10 LOGAN AVENUE PARK ORCHARDS 3114NOD issued by a delegate
2021· 40 proposals
December 2021
- Use and development of the land for a Place of Assembly, Education Centre, and Indoor Recreation Facility, associated removal of a native tree, and erection and display of internally illuminated business identification signage.PARK ORCHARDS RESERVE MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH CARE PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
August 2021
- Amendment to Planning Permit PLN20/0162 by alterations to layout, setbacks and open space (Planning Permit PLN20/0162 was issued for Buildings and works for the construction of a single dwelling)96-98 ARUNDEL ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
July 2021
- Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling (Ground floor additions comprising a new pantry and ensuite, and lower ground additions comprising a garage extension and mower/gardening storage, workshop and wine cellar)2 CAREL COURT PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for the construction of a single-storey dwelling493-495 PARK ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Removal of one tree (within the road reserve in front of 34-36 Granard Avenue, Park Orchards for sewerage works)Granard AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for the construction of a two-storey dwelling25-29 NORTH VALLEY ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- The removal of one tree within the road reserve (Lemon Scented Gum) adjacent to 4 Daniel Court, Park OrchardsDaniel CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Removal of 1 gumtree located to the rear of the site.21-23 Frogmore CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works, including vegetation removal associated with an extension to the existing dwelling557-559 PARK ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Removal of vegetation (5 native trees)13-15 GOSFORD CRESCENT PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Amendment to Planning Permit PLN18/0814 by modifications to the tennis court, the outbuilding and driveway alignment (Planning Permit PLN18/0814 was issued for the use and development of the land for an illuminated tennis court, buildings and works for the extension of an existing outbuilding and associated vegetation removal)91 KNEES ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114In progress
June 2021
- Amendment to Planning Permit PVN21/0044 by reducing the front setback, modifying the roof form and increasing the width of the carport (Planning Permit PVN21/0044 was issued for buildings and works for the construction of a carport associated with the existing dwelling)9-11 Craithie AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Earthworks and vegetation removal associated with the landscaping for a pool area.11 Alder CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
May 2021
- Three lot subdivision92-94 SMEDLEY ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Withdrawn
- Buildings and works for the construction of a shed associated with the existing dwelling34-38 STINTONS ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling17-19 Minter CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Building and works for the construction of a two-storey dwelling33-35 ELGIN CRESCENT PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works associated with the construction of a shed associate with a dwelling (144m2)65-89 COMMERCIAL ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Removal of two native trees and lopping of vegetation (inclusive of consent for vegetation lopping and removal outside of the approved building envelope under the Section 173 Agreement registered on title)24 WILLIAMS ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Construction of an outbuilding (a temporary Event Space Marquee to be used ancillary to the existing dwelling on the land)63-73 STINTONS ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Lapsed
- Buildings and works associated with a dwelling extensions (including construction of a pool house), earthworks, vegetation removal, and a variation to Covenant J696462 to add 'fibre cement cladding' as an allowable external material.6 WILKINSON WAY PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
April 2021
- Amendment to Planning Permit PL15/025797 by alterations to the built form and height of the garage (Planning Permit PL15/025797 was issued for buildings and works for the construction of a garage)8 Yeoman CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Earthworks to create a levelled area (retrospective application)89-91 GOSFORD COURT PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works associated with constructing a new Colorbond roof and external gutters.10 Yeoman CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling (single storey extension)2-4 FEVERSHAM AVENUE PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for the construction of additions and alterations to the existing dwelling and a detached carport51-53 SOUTH VALLEY ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling and the construction of a carport18-20 DAINTREE AVENUE PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
March 2021
- Buildings and works associated with the construction of a shed126-132 KNEES ROAD PARK ORCHARDS 3114Lapsed
- Buildings and works for the construction of a carport associated with the existing dwelling9-11 Craithie AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works associated with the alterations & additions to the existing dwelling including an alfresco area and pool82-84 Enfield AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
February 2021
- Removal of 22 trees (required for drainage works)17-19 ALVA AVENUE PARK ORCHARDS 3114Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Removal of one tree4 Josie CourtNo permit required
- Buildings and works associated with the construction of a pool house.74-76 Frogmore CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling and vegetation removal9 Aviemore AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Amendment to Planning Permit PLN18/0608 by earthworks associated with alterations to the open space area (Planning Permit PLN18/0608 was issued for buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling and associated vegetation removal)5 JOSIE COURT PARK ORCHARDS 3114NOD issued by a delegate
- Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling and vegetation removal25-27 Elgin CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
- Buildings and works associated with an addition to the existing dwelling (rumpus, theatre, music room)9-11 Smedley RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 73 proposals
73 proposals lodged in 2020. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.
Data sources & freshness
- PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · Period: 2020; 2020–2022; 2021… · Updated on site · Public MapServer last updated Feb 2024 — applications through FY 2022–23 only; newer PPARS data requires council/API access
Amenities
31 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
- Bench (6)
- 396 Park RdBus stop
- 417 Park RdBus stop
- Alva Ave/Park RdBus stop
- Craithie Ave/Park RdBus stop
- Daintree Ave/Park RdBus stop
- Dalry Ave/Park RdBus stop
- Drayton Cres/Park RdBus stop
- Enfield Ave/Park RdBus stop
- Euston Ave/Park RdBus stop
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Parks & reserves
9 parks and public open space in this suburb
- Alan Morton ReserveNature reserve
- Alder LinkNature reserve
- Craithie Avenue ReservePark
- Domeney ReservePark
- Goldschlager ReserveNature reserve
- Park Orchards ReservePark
- Stintons ReservePark
- Wilkinson Way ReservePark
Data sources & freshness
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · Period: current · Updated on site
Health access
- Hospitals & GP clinics
- 3
- Emergency department
- Not in suburb
- Dental ArtPark Roaddentist
- Park Orchards Family PracticeWarrandyte Roadclinic
- Park Orchards PharmacyPark Roadpharmacy
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · Period: current · Updated on site
Socio-economic (SEIFA)
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 10/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 10/10
SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 SEIFA release
Childcare
1 childcare service from OpenStreetMap
- The Learning Sanctuary Park OrchardsWarrandyte Roadkindergarten
Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Period: current · Updated on site
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.
Data sources & freshness
- Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 18
- Parks (OSM)
- 7
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Desirability index
- Desirability score
- 77.1/100
- Cohort rank
- #108 among Metro Melbourne suburbs
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
Recent changes
- The Learning Sanctuary Park OrchardschildcareWarrandyte Roadkindergarten
- Dental ArthealthPark Roaddentist
- Park Orchards Family PracticehealthWarrandyte Roadclinic
- Park Orchards PharmacyhealthPark Roadpharmacy
- Alan Morton Reservegovernmentnature_reserve
- Alder Linkgovernmentnature_reserve
- Craithie Avenue Reservegovernmentpark
- Domeney Reservegovernmentpark
- Goldschlager Reservegovernmentnature_reserve
- Park Orchards Reservegovernmentpark
Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Updated on site
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · Updated on site
- Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · Updated on site
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