Wonga Park
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Wonga Park, VIC 3115.
About Wonga Park
Welcome to Wonga Park
Wonga Park sits around 30 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD, tucked into the Yarra Valley's fringe where the suburban sprawl of the outer east gives way to rolling paddocks, vineyards and bushland along the Yarra River. It borders Croydon North, Croydon Hills, Chirnside Park, Warranwood and North Warrandyte, giving residents easy access to established shopping and services while still living on acreage-style blocks with genuine rural character.
This is a suburb for people who want space, privacy and a semi-rural lifestyle without giving up proximity to Melbourne. With a population of just 3,843 and a median age of 45, Wonga Park has long attracted families, horse owners, hobby farmers and professionals seeking a quieter pace, larger landholdings and a strong sense of community.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Wonga Park revolves around the outdoors, the river and a slower, more rural rhythm than most Melbourne suburbs offer. Locals make regular use of the Yarra Valley's cellar doors, farm-gate produce stalls and cafes that dot the surrounding countryside, while the nearby Chirnside Park shopping and dining precinct fills in the gaps for everyday convenience. It's a suburb where neighbours tend to know each other, community groups and pony clubs remain active, and weekends are more likely to involve a walk along the river or a visit to a local winery than a trip to a bustling strip.
Shopping
Wonga Park itself is light on retail, reflecting its rural residential character, but Chirnside Park Shopping Centre is just around the corner and provides a full range of supermarkets, specialty stores, cafes and services. Croydon North and Croydon Hills add further everyday shopping options, meaning residents rarely need to travel far for groceries, banking or a night out, even though the suburb itself retains an uncluttered, paddock-and-treeline feel.
Getting around
Being semi-rural, Wonga Park is best navigated by car, with Warrandyte Road and Yarra Road connecting residents to Ringwood, Croydon and the Eastern Freeway for the run into the city. Bus services link the area to Croydon and Chirnside Park, from where Metro trains on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines provide a straightforward route into central Melbourne. It's not a suburb built around public transport, and most households rely on private vehicles to get to work, school and shops.
Schools & families
Wonga Park Primary School anchors the local education scene and is a drawcard for families choosing to settle in the area, offering a close-knit, community-focused schooling option within the suburb itself. For secondary options and additional schooling choices, families typically look to the well-regarded schools in Croydon, Croydon Hills and the broader Yarra Valley and Maroondah areas, all within a short drive.
Parks & recreation
The Yarra River corridor is Wonga Park's standout natural asset, with tracks and reserves along its banks offering walking, riding and cycling opportunities that feel a world away from suburban Melbourne. Nearby North Warrandyte and the broader Warrandyte State Park add further bushland trails, while the suburb's larger blocks mean many residents enjoy substantial private outdoor space, from equestrian setups to established gardens and orchards.
The property market
Wonga Park's property market is dominated by houses, which make up 89% of current listings, with land sales accounting for the remaining 11% as some larger holdings continue to come to market. The median house price sits at $1.54 million, reflecting the suburb's larger lot sizes, semi-rural amenity and proximity to Melbourne, though recent growth has been flat at 0.0%, suggesting a market that has settled after previous gains rather than one in retreat. It's a suburb that tends to appeal to buyers with a specific lifestyle brief in mind, rather than those chasing rapid capital growth, and stock generally moves at its own pace given the premium and specialised nature of acreage living this close to the city.
Market snapshot
Wonga Park property market
Median sale price
$1.54m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
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per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$688k
Median
$1.54m
Premium
$2.45m
Days on market
28
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
28
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth -1.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Wonga Park by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Wonga Park, VIC 3115.
Population
3,843
residents (2021)
Median age
45
years
Household income
$2,790
median, per week
Median rent
$491
per week
Median mortgage
$2,300
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Wonga Park
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Wonga Park
$2.65m
19 Hartley Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.69m
7 Ibis Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.25m
56 Jumping Creek Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
286 Yarra Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
7 Amley Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.80m
26 Paynters Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.14m
35 Charles Smith Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$1.45m
18 Blackwood 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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Properties & amenities in Wonga Park
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Price map around Wonga Park
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Common questions
Wonga Park suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Wonga Park?
The median house price in Wonga Park, VIC is $1.54m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 0.0%.
Is Wonga Park a good place to live?
Wonga Park is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 3,843 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Wonga Park?
Wonga Park has a population of 3,843 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 45.
What schools are in Wonga Park?
There is 1 school in or near Wonga Park, including Wonga Park Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Wonga Park?
Properties in Wonga Park take around 28 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Wonga Park?
Entry-level properties in Wonga Park start around $688k, while premium homes reach $2.45m.
What suburbs are near Wonga Park?
Suburbs near Wonga Park include Croydon North, Croydon Hills, Chirnside Park, Warranwood and North Warrandyte.
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