Strathmerton
VIC 3641 · Moira
1,072 (2021) → 1,067 est. (2025) · Moderate Growth
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Strathmerton is a moderate growth suburb in Moira, VIC 3641, about 216km from Melbourne CBD. Its median house price of $345K is more affordable than the VIC average. The suburb has 1 school, a transport score of 5/100, and is about 218km inland. Strathmerton has an overall score of 16/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 100/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
Top countries of birth: New Zealand (1.77%), England (1.31%), Scotland (0.75%), South Africa (0.56%), Wales (0.47%)
Top languages: Afrikaans (0.47%), Filipino (0.47%), German (0.37%), Punjabi (0.37%), Tagalog (0.37%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: Valuer-General Victoria (DTF) · Updated 2024
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
Few schools nearby
Very few schools in and around this suburb — families may face significant travel for school.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 946 (below the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Strathmerton Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 938
Nearby (within 10km)
- Katunga Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 9.7kmICSEA 954
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
Mostly urban
Very little parkland or outdoor recreation in and around this suburb.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Few cultural venues
Very few cultural venues in and around this suburb.
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
Solid scene
Well above average for licensed venues — you won't struggle for a night out or a good meal.
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Source: VGCCC (Victorian liquor register)
Childcare
Outstanding childcare access
Top 20% nationally for childcare service density and quality — an excellent suburb for families with young children.
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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 Strathmerton
Is Strathmerton safe?
Strathmerton has a residential safety score of 100/100, 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 2,519 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Strathmerton?
In Strathmerton, the .
How far is Strathmerton from Melbourne CBD?
Strathmerton is about 215.9 km from Melbourne CBD.
What schools are in Strathmerton?
Strathmerton has 1 school, with an average ICSEA of 938 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Strathmerton?
Strathmerton has a transport score of 5/100 and 2 bus stops.