Melton
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Melton, VIC 3337.
About Melton
Welcome to Melton
Melton sits on Melbourne's western fringe, roughly 35 kilometres from the CBD via the Western Freeway or the Ballarat rail line. What began as a country town servicing the surrounding farmland has grown into one of Melbourne's fastest-expanding outer suburbs, with a town centre that still carries a distinct sense of place rather than feeling like a generic new estate.
With a population of around 7,953 and a median resident age of 40, Melton tends to attract families and first-home buyers drawn by land size, affordability and the promise of more space than they'd get closer to town. It suits buyers who want a standalone house with a backyard and are happy to trade some travel time for that extra room to move.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Melton is dominated by detached houses, which make up around 85% of current listings, alongside a small proportion of apartments and units (11%), land (3%) and townhouses (1%). This mix reflects the suburb's traditional broadacre subdivisions and newer estate development, with everything from older brick-veneer homes on generous blocks to more recently built family houses on the growth-area fringes toward Harkness and Kurunjang.
Buyers looking for unit or townhouse living have fewer options here than in more established suburbs, which keeps that segment tighter, but it also means houses remain the clear focus for anyone planning to build or buy in the area.
The property market
Melton's median house price currently sits at $540,000, with units and apartments considerably cheaper at a median of $421,000. House values have risen 13.7% recently, a strong result that points to sustained demand from buyers priced out of suburbs closer to the city. Median rent across the suburb is $400 a week, which continues to appeal to renters seeking affordability without moving too far beyond Melbourne's western growth corridor.
For investors and owner-occupiers alike, Melton represents one of the more accessible entry points into greater Melbourne property, particularly for those wanting a house rather than a unit. The growth figures suggest the suburb is on the radar of buyers who missed the run-up in more inner and middle-ring western suburbs.
Getting around
Melton railway station, on the Ballarat line, gives residents a direct route into Southern Cross Station in the CBD, making it a genuine option for commuters despite the distance. The Western Freeway also runs through the area, connecting Melton to both the city and to Ballarat and regional Victoria in the other direction.
Locally, Melton is well linked to its surrounding suburbs, including Melton West, Melton South, Kurunjang and Harkness, with bus routes and arterial roads tying the town centre to these residential pockets. Most day-to-day trips, whether to schools, shops or sporting facilities, are manageable by car within a few minutes.
Schools & families
Families in Melton have a solid spread of educational options close to home. Melton Primary School and Kurunjang Primary School serve the local primary-age population, while Djerriwarrh Community College, part of Djerriwarrh Community & Education Services, offers a broader community-education pathway. Melton Specialist School caters to students with additional needs, and Western English Language School's Melton campus supports students building English proficiency, alongside Muhammadiyah Australia College.
This range of specialist and mainstream schooling, combined with the suburb's family-oriented demographic, makes Melton a practical base for parents juggling schooling, affordability and access to broader Melbourne.
Lifestyle & dining
Melton's town centre has grown alongside the population, with a mix of everyday dining options, cafes and takeaway spots that service a busy, practical community rather than a destination dining scene. It's the kind of place where a Saturday morning coffee run and a footy club sausage sizzle are more the rhythm of life than degustation menus.
The surrounding area, including Melton West and Kurunjang, offers additional local shopping strips and community facilities, reinforcing Melton's role as a hub for the wider district rather than just a residential pocket.
Market snapshot
Melton property market
Median sale price
$540k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$400
per week
Gross rental yield
3.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$446k
Median
$540k
Premium
$610k
Days on market
17
Auction clearance
82%
Sold this year
141
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Melton by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Melton, VIC 3337.
Population
7,953
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,058
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,300
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Melton
Government school catchment
Western English Language School-Melton Campus
Independent & Catholic schools
Djerriwarrh Community & Education Services - Djerriwarrh Community College
Recent results
Recently sold in Melton
$605k
14 Atkin Street
Sold ~July 2026
$669k
5 The Strand
Sold ~July 2026
$410k
3/16 Henry Street
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
2 Drake Court
Sold ~July 2026
$653k
23 Darlingsford Blvd
Sold ~July 2026
$591k
15 Gladstone Grove
Sold ~July 2026
$525k
66 Scott Street
Sold ~July 2026
$500k
25 Oldershaw Road
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Melton
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Price map around Melton
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Common questions
Melton suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Melton?
The median house price in Melton, VIC is $540k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 13.7%.
How much is rent in Melton?
The median weekly rent in Melton is around $400 per week.
Is Melton a good place to live?
Melton is a suburb on the outskirts of Melbourne, Victoria. Melton is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 7,953 and 8 schools in the area.
What is the population of Melton?
Melton has a population of 7,953 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Melton?
There are 8 schools in or near Melton, including Melton Specialist School, Muhammadiyah Australia College and Western English Language School-Melton Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Melton?
Properties in Melton take around 17 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 82%.
How much do you need to buy in Melton?
Entry-level properties in Melton start around $446k, while premium homes reach $610k.
What suburbs are near Melton?
Suburbs near Melton include Waterway Blv Melton, Northstowecrescent Melton South, Melton West, Kurunjang and Harkness.
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