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HIGHETT海耶特

South-Eastern Melbourne
中文/EN
House Median
Local$1,555,000
Melbourne Median$1,083,043
Unit Median
Local$677,000
Melbourne Median$590,597
Safety Index
Local Crime Rate7,557
VIC Average6,810
Chinese %
Local5.1%
VIC Average6.6%
VCE Schools
Local0
Nearby2
Train Lines
Local Station Yes
Nearby Station Yes

HIGHETT Property & Rent

Price data: © State Government of Victoria | Rent data: LGA average

HIGHETT median house price is $1.55M, with +71% growth over 10 years, 44% above Melbourne median, unit median $677K.

Price Trend (2014-2024)

House Median Unit Median
House Price
$1,555,000
House Growth
+71%2014-2024
Unit Price
$677,000
Unit Growth
+22%2014-2024
3BR House
$900/wk
2BR House
$620/wk
3BR Unit
$900/wk
2BR Unit
$630/wk

HIGHETT Safety Index

Data source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (Oct 2024 - Sep 2025)

Crime rate of 7,557 per 100k residents, 11% above the VIC average. Safety awareness recommended.

Caution Advised
Crime rate 7,557 per 100kAbove VIC average (6,810)
908
Total Annual Offences

Crime DistributionClick to view details

HIGHETT Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Total population of 12,016, 5.1% Chinese residents, near VIC average.

Population Overview

12,016
Total Population
3,253
/km² Density
5.1%
Chinese %
Near Average

Top Ethnicities

1
English
4,119 people
34.3%
2
Aust
3,450 people
28.7%
3
Irish
1,509 people
12.6%
4
Scottish
1,241 people
10.3%
5
Italian
621 people
5.2%

Transport

16.5 km
To CBD
31 min
Drive to CBD
37 min
Transit to CBD
Has Station
Local station
Train Lines:
Frankston lineStony Point line

HIGHETT Nearby Schools

Data source: VCAA 2025 VCE Results | Secondary schools with VCE results only

2 quality schools nearby, top score 71.3.

HIGHETT Nearby Suburbs

Property data: © State Government of Victoria | 5 neighbours
CHELTENHAM
$1.3MHouse
$675KUnit
HAMPTON EAST
$1.6MHouse
$1.1MUnit
MOORABBIN
$1.2MHouse
$765KUnit
SANDRINGHAM
$2.1MHouse
$706KUnit
HAMPTON
$2.2MHouse
$950KUnit

Click to view each suburb's detail page

HIGHETT Overview

HIGHETT is a suburb situated in South-Eastern Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census recorded a population of 12,016 residents, creating a density of 3253 people/km².

Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows the median house price sits at $1.6M, representing a substantial 71% increase over the past 10 years, while the median unit price stands at $0.7M, having risen 22% over the same period.

Education: There are no secondary schools located within the suburb itself.

Safety: Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 indicates a crime rate of 7557 per 100,000 residents, which is 1.11 times the Victorian average of 6810, placing the area close to the state's average safety levels.

Demographics: Chinese residents make up 5.10% of the population (approximately 612 people), a proportion that aligns closely with the Victorian average.

Transport: The suburb is positioned approximately 16.5km from the CBD, with a typical 31-minute drive into the city. Local residents have access to a train station on the Frankston Line|Stony Point Line.

HIGHETT FAQ

According to Data Vic Q2 2025, HIGHETT has a median house price of $1.6M, up 71% over 10 years, and median unit price of $0.7M, up 22% over 10 years. Moderate price growth, suitable for owner-occupiers or long-term holdings.