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VIC · Manningham Council

Wonga Park, VIC, 3115

Current weather

11.5°CModerate rain showers

95% humidity · 23.6 km/h wind · 15.4° / 10.3° today · 9.1 mm rain

Desirability index

90.5/100

#42 among Metro Melbourne suburbs

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Wonga Park is a smaller suburban community in the Manningham area, home to around 3,843 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show 39 offences in 2026 with falling year-on-year trends (-63%), roughly 10.1 offences per 1,000 residents, 1 school and preschool site 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.

Population

Population
3,843
Median age
45
Median household income / week
$2,790
Dwelling vacancy
3.6%
Unoccupied private dwellings
46 of 1,279
Median monthly mortgage
$2,300
Employment rate
67.5%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
69 / 0 / 3

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)
39
Against the person
11
Against property
23
Rate per 1,000 residents
10.1
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 349 residents
State safety percentile
3.5th (lower crime is better)
Year-on-year change
-63.2%

Most common offence types

  • A231 Fv Common Assault3
  • B311 Residential Aggravated Burglary3
  • B321 Residential Non-Aggravated Burglary3
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle6
  • Other Crimes Against The Person5

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Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
1
Median school ICSEA
1,080
  • Wonga Park Primary SchoolPrimary

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Public transport

30 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Brushy Park Rd/Black Springs Rd
  • Dudley Rd/Jumping Creek Rd
  • Harris Rd/Brushy Park Rd
  • Jumping Creek Rd/Homestead Rd
  • Toppings Rd/Homestead Rd

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Planning & development

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

100 planning-related records

2022· 5 proposals

  • July 2022

  • Removal of orchard trees and the sowing/cropping of pasture grass, and associated earthworks.
    139-141 BRYSONS ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • March 2022

  • The use and development of the land for a dwelling and swimming pool, including vegetation removal.
    24 GATTERS ROAD WONGA PARK 3115In progress
  • Amendment to Planning Permit PL17/027471 by including a swimming pool and spa area, shed and garage and removal of two additional trees (Planning Permit PL17/027471 was issued for buildings and works for construction of a dwelling, driveway and associated vegetation removal)
    27 KENILWORTH AVENUE WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • February 2022

  • Buildings and works associated with alterations and additions to a dwelling, (including partial demolition), a carport, demolition of existing shed and construction of new shed, earthworks for a dam and driveways, installation of fencing, entry gates, removal of vegetation and pruning of the oak tree
    9 YARRA BRAE CLOSE WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works for the construction of a single-storey dwelling
    78 HOLLOWAY ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
2021· 34 proposals

  • September 2021

  • Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling, construction of an outbuilding and swimming pool, use and development of the land for an illuminated private tennis court and vegetation removal and lopping
    279A YARRA ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • August 2021

  • Two lot subdivision, removal of Victorian native vegetation and associated earthworks.
    12 VALLEY ROAD WONGA PARK 3115In progress
  • Buildings and works to construct or carry out works for a rainwater tank associated with the existing dwelling and removal of one tree.
    2 ST DENYS CRESCENT WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works for the construction of a carport associated with the existing dwelling
    58 HARTLEY ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amendment to Planning Permit PL17/027725 by earthworks to incorporate a lower ground level at the south-eastern end of the dwelling, and an associated gravel access area. (Planning Permit PL17/027725 was issued for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling)
    10-12 RESERVE ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Amendment to Planning Permit PL16/025996 by relocating the tennis court and waste water envelope (Planning Permit PL16/025996 was issued for buildings and works, including vegetation removal, associated with the construction of a two-storey dwelling, swimming pool and tennis court, and earthworks for the construction of an ornamental dam)
    4 CLEMANTINE CLOSE WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works (including partial demolition of buildings) associated with the stable and storage/machinery shed under the Heritage Overlay
    7 YARRA BRAE CLOSE WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a single-storey dwelling adjacent to an existing dwelling and two lot subdivision
    8 ROYMAR COURT WONGA PARK 3115NOD issued by a delegate
  • Residential Property whereby Australian Native which has3 stems, whereby one has failed in the recent wild storms. the remaining stems are likely to fail and impact nearby trees, tennis court, fences plus adjoining property.
    3 Gissara CourtNo permit required
  • Removal of one native tree
    22 Homestead RoadNo permit required

  • June 2021

  • Buildings and works for the construction of a garage associated with the existing dwelling
    45 GATTERS ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling, construction of an outbuilding and associated earthworks and vegetation removal
    35 TOPPINGS ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Withdrawn
  • Buildings and works to extend and alter existing dwelling with associated outbuilding and buildings and works for the construction of a stable
    38 HOMESTEAD ROAD WONGA PARK 3115NOD issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works to construct two outbuildings
    38 HOMESTEAD ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Amendment to Condition 11 of Planning Permit PLN20/0281 to reduce the width of the drainage easement from 10.0m to 5.0m. Planning Permit PLN20/0281 was issued for Earthworks and the construction of an ornamental lake/dam
    368 Yarra RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling
    20 RESERVE ROAD WONGA PARK 3115In progress
  • Amendment to Planning Permit PLN18/0554 by increasing the length of the outbuilding and incorporation of additional windows (Planning Permit PLN18/0554 was issued for buildings and works for the construction of an outbuilding associated with the existing dwelling)
    10-12 RESERVE ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amend Planning Permit PLN19/0454 through plans showing a single storey pool house extension rather than a two storey dwelling extension Planning Permit PLN19/0454 was issued for Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling and retrospective approval for earthworks (new driveway)
    13 Barooga DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to extend an existing dwelling
    38 Homestead RoadWithdrawn
  • Earthworks associated with a larger pool space (that exceed 1m in depth and an area above 100sqm)
    4 Styles CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • April 2021

  • Two lot subdivision
    6 Joroma PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works to construct a replacement dwelling and convert the existing dwelling to an outbuilding
    22 BRUSHY PARK ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Building and works for the construction of a garage addition to the existing dwelling
    3 Moser RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with the construction of a new (replacement) dwelling and associated vegetation removal within the Defendable Space
    23 Lower Homestead RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • March 2021

  • Buildings and works associated with alterations and additions to the existing dwelling, including partial demolition of a heritage building and vegetation removal/pruning within the defendable space.
    16 Fulford RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an outdoor alfresco area to existing single story dwelling
    3 Upton CourtNo permit required
  • Buildings and works for the construction of a shed associated with the existing dwelling
    359 YARRA ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Withdrawn
  • Construction of two, two-storey dwellings
    37 BRUSHY PARK ROAD WONGA PARK 3115Lapsed
  • Buildings and works for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling and construction of a carport
    4 Dudley RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • February 2021

  • Amendment to Planning Permit PLN20/0207 by amending the bushfire management plan, modifying Condition 1.2 by proposing a minor recess to the upper level northern wall from the ground floor wall instead of a 0.5m recess and associated modifications to the plans. (Planning Permit PLN20/0207 was issued for buildings and works for the construction of a two-storey dwelling)
    8 Rindlebrook PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amendment to Planning Permit PL18/000037 by amending plans showing the deletion of the pool and carport, a relocation of a shed to the front of the dwelling and the provision of a caravan hard stand area, and other earthworks within the front setback. Planning Permit PL18/000037 was issued for buildings and works, including vegetation removal, associated with alterations and additions to the dwelling, including carport, front entry and alfresco, a shed, swimming pool, water tanks and retaining w
    170 Brysons RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amendment to Planning Permit PL14/024518 by deleting Conditions 1.1 and 1.2 relating to the retention of Tree 9 (Planning Permit PL14/024518 was issued for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling comprising a lower and ground floor extension, decking, garage, associate works and vegetation removal)
    9 Paynters RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works for the construction of a single dwelling (Inclusive of consent for the construction of a single dwelling and for the removal of Tree 32, under Clauses 3.1.1, 3.1.2 and 3.14 of the Section 173 Agreement (Instrument AM130877B)
    6 RINDLEBROOK PLACE WONGA PARK 3115NOD issued by a delegate
  • Buildings and works for the construction of a carport
    9 Lautoka DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 61 proposals

  • December 2020

  • Amendment to Planning Permit PL17/027725 by alterations including extension of the dwelling to the south-east, relocation of the outdoor entertainment area and retention of the swimming pool (Planning Permit PL17/027725 was issued for alterations and additions to the existing dwelling)
    10-12 Reserve RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

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

25 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Blue Cross Animals Society of VictoriaAnimal Shelter

    26 Homestead Road

  • Bbq
  • Bench
  • 19 Jumping Creek RdBus stop
  • 30 Jumping Creek RdBus stop
  • Brysons Rd/Yarra RdBus stop
  • Dawes Rd/Yarra RdBus stop
  • Dudley Rd/Jumping Creek RdBus stop
  • Homestead Rd/Yarra RdBus stop
  • Jumping Creek Rd/Homestead 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

21 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Aird Court ReservePark
  • Arthur John Upton ReservePark
  • Bend of IslesNature reserve
  • Blackwood Drive ReservePark
  • Blue Tongue BendNature reserve
  • Dulcey Road ReservePark
  • Joroma ReservePark
  • Kerryanne Reserve (North)Park
  • Kerryanne Reserve (South)Park
  • Launders Avenue ReservePark

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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.

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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)
34
Parks (OSM)
24

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
90.5/100
Cohort rank
#42 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

  • Aird Court Reservegovernmentpark
  • Arthur John Upton Reservegovernmentpark
  • Bend of Islesgovernmentnature_reserve
  • Blackwood Drive Reservegovernmentpark
  • Blue Tongue Bendgovernmentnature_reserve
  • Dulcey Road Reservegovernmentpark
  • Joroma Reservegovernmentpark
  • Kerryanne Reserve (North)governmentpark
  • Kerryanne Reserve (South)governmentpark
  • Launders Avenue Reservegovernmentpark

Data sources & freshness

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