Meeniyan
VIC 3956 · South Gippsland
840 (2021) → 863 est. (2025) · Moderate Growth
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Meeniyan is a moderate growth suburb in South Gippsland, VIC 3956, about 125km from Melbourne CBD. Recent property sales in Meeniyan are too limited to report a reliable median price. The suburb has 1 school, a transport score of 10/100, and is about 19km inland. Meeniyan has an overall score of 29/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 47/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
Top countries of birth: England (4.17%), New Zealand (2.38%), USA (0.95%), Netherlands (0.83%), Italy (0.6%)
Top languages: Mandarin (0.71%), Italian (0.6%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Residential Safety
Small population (under 3,000) — crime rates may be volatile due to low sample size.
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (suburb-level) · Updated 2025
Schools
Limited school choices
Below average for school access — fewer schools nearby, and families may need to travel for preferred options.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1044 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Meeniyan Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1014
Nearby (within 10km)
- Koonwarra Village SchoolPrimary · Independent · 7kmICSEA 1074
Source: ACARA 2023
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap
Fitness
Decent access
Around the national average — a reasonable mix of fitness facilities, with more variety a short drive away.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Some green space
Around the national average — a reasonable amount of parks and outdoor space nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Some cultural venues
Around the national average — a handful of cultural venues, with more on offer a short trip away.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Entertainment paradise
A seriously impressive licensed venue scene — top 20% nationally for density of pubs, bars, clubs and dining.
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Source: VGCCC (Victorian liquor register)
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
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Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register
Population & Growth
Moderate GrowthSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Meeniyan
Is Meeniyan safe?
Meeniyan has a residential safety score of 47/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 2,976 per 100,000 across all categories.
How far is Meeniyan from Melbourne CBD?
Meeniyan is about 125.0 km from Melbourne CBD.
What schools are in Meeniyan?
Meeniyan has 1 school, with an average ICSEA of 1014 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Meeniyan?
Meeniyan has a transport score of 10/100 and 2 bus stops.