Derrimut
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Derrimut, VIC 3026.
About Derrimut
Welcome to Derrimut
Derrimut sits in Melbourne's western suburbs, around 20 kilometres from the CBD, wedged between the established pockets of Deer Park and Ardeer and the newer growth areas of Truganina and Kirkpatrick Boulevard. It's a suburb that has grown up largely in the last two decades, built around wide streets, modern estates and easy access to the West Gate Freeway and Western Ring Road corridors.
With a population of 8,651 and a median age of 32, Derrimut has the profile of a young, family-oriented community — the kind of place where first-home buyers and growing households have moved in search of newer housing stock and relative value compared with suburbs closer to the city.
Housing & architecture
Derrimut's housing stock is overwhelmingly made up of detached houses, which account for 93% of current listings, with townhouses making up the remaining 7%. Most homes date from the 1990s and 2000s onward, featuring the double garages, open-plan living areas and low-maintenance blocks typical of Melbourne's west growth corridor.
The result is a fairly uniform streetscape of modern brick veneer and rendered facades, appealing to buyers after a turnkey home rather than a renovation project. Buyers wanting more variety in dwelling type tend to look toward Truganina or Kirkpatrick Boulevard, where townhouse development has been more prominent.
The property market
Derrimut's median house price currently sits at $850,000, following growth of 9.0% over the recent period — a solid result that reflects sustained demand for family-sized homes in Melbourne's outer west. Median weekly rent is $620, putting the suburb in reasonable reach for renters priced out of inner and middle-ring suburbs.
Compared with neighbouring Deer Park and Ardeer, Derrimut's newer housing generally commands a premium, while it remains more accessible than pockets of Truganina closer to the CBD-facing growth corridor. The suburb's popularity with young families and first-home buyers has helped underpin steady price momentum.
Getting around
Derrimut doesn't have its own train station, so most residents rely on cars, with the Western Ring Road and West Gate Freeway both close by, making trips into the CBD or south to the bay relatively straightforward. Deer Park station, on the Ballarat line, is the nearest rail option for those commuting by train.
Bus routes link Derrimut to surrounding suburbs including Sunshine West and Albanvale, connecting into the broader public transport network of Melbourne's west. For most households, though, this is a car-dependent suburb, and proximity to major arterials is one of its practical selling points.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Derrimut Primary School and St Lawrence Catholic Primary School both serving the area. The suburb's young median age of 32 points to a strong concentration of families with children, and the demand for these local primary schools reflects that.
Secondary options are typically found in neighbouring suburbs such as Deer Park and Sunshine West, with families often weighing up local state schools against Catholic and independent options further afield.
Lifestyle & shopping
Day-to-day life in Derrimut revolves around its residential streets and nearby retail hubs rather than a traditional main street. Residents typically head to Deer Park or the Brimbank Central precinct in Sunshine West for larger shopping needs, while local convenience retail covers everyday essentials.
It's a quieter, suburban lifestyle overall — one suited to those who want space, newer homes and easy freeway access, with the bigger dining and entertainment strips of the inner west and CBD a short drive away.
Market snapshot
Derrimut property market
Median sale price
$850k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$620
per week
Gross rental yield
3.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$710k
Median
$850k
Premium
$1.08m
Days on market
16
Auction clearance
64%
Sold this year
63
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +2.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Derrimut by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Derrimut, VIC 3026.
Population
8,651
residents (2021)
Median age
32
years
Household income
$2,272
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$1,976
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Derrimut
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Derrimut
$726k
34 Manderston Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$795k
37 Palmer Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$980k
1 Bowood Court
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
26 Sinclair Green
Sold ~June 2026
$720k
27 Sherrington Grange
Sold ~June 2026
$900k
60 Windsor Boulevard
Sold ~June 2026
$873k
12 Ickworth Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$950k
8 Stirling Drive
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Derrimut suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Derrimut?
The median house price in Derrimut, VIC is $850k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 9.0%.
How much is rent in Derrimut?
The median weekly rent in Derrimut is around $620 per week.
Is Derrimut a good place to live?
Derrimut is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 17 km (11 mi) west of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Brimbank Local government area. Derrimut is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 8,651 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Derrimut?
Derrimut has a population of 8,651 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 32.
What schools are in Derrimut?
There are 2 schools in or near Derrimut, including Derrimut Primary School and St Lawrence Catholic Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Derrimut?
Properties in Derrimut take around 16 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 64%.
How much do you need to buy in Derrimut?
Entry-level properties in Derrimut start around $710k, while premium homes reach $1.08m.
What suburbs are near Derrimut?
Suburbs near Derrimut include Deer Park, Kirkpatrick Blv Truganina, Sunshine West, Ardeer and Albanvale.
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