BLACKBURN布莱克本

BLACKBURN is situated in Eastern Melbourne and home to 14,478 residents across a compact area, creating a population density of 2,454 people per square kilometre, according to the ABS 2021 Census.

Property: The local housing market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $1.7M, representing a substantial 62% increase over the past decade. Units have also performed well, reaching a median price of $1.1M with growth of 34% over the same 10-year period.

Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, with VCAA 2025 VCE results showing the local Blackburn High School performing strongly at #23 among public schools. The nearby Our Lady of Sion College also provides an excellent private education alternative, ranking #66 among private institutions.

Safety: Blackburn offers residents peace of mind with a crime rate of 5,505 per 100,000 people, which sits comfortably below the Victorian average of 6,810, according to the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025). At 0.81 times the state average, this makes it a notably safe area.

Demographics: The suburb features a diverse community, with Chinese residents making up 17.70% of the population (approximately 2,562 people), contributing to a moderate but meaningful multicultural presence.

Transport: Located approximately 28.7km from the CBD, Blackburn offers a reasonable 34-minute drive to the city centre. Public transport connectivity is excellent, with the local train station servicing both the Belgrave and Lilydale lines.