Blackburn v2
Local council Whitehorse
Postcode 3130
Population 14,478
Suburb Profiles

What’s to love in Blackburn

A suburban oasis 17km east of the CBD, Blackburn locals relish the perfect balance between tranquillity and convenience. Blackburn's close proximity to the stunning Yarra Valley and picturesque Dandenong Ranges allows an easy escape into nature, while the region’s beautiful, forested areas, hiking trails, and scenic drives provide endless opportunities for outdoor activities. Blackburn Lake Sanctuary is a popular destination with walking tracks and quaint picnic areas.

Westfield Doncaster is within a short drive, along with local retail and dining options. Blackburn boasts a range of excellent schools, both public and private, ensuring children receive a quality education close to home. Locals can easily connect to the city and surrounding suburbs with Blackburn train station on the Belgrave line, as well as a number of bus routes.

Median House Price

$1,485,000

Median Unit price

$531,250

Av days on market

40.5 days

AV Rental per week

$640

Blackburn Demographics

Median age

40-59

Population

14,478

Median rent

$730

Household income

$1,750 - $1,999

Dwelling structure
House
65.96%
Semi-detached or Terrace
21.29%
Flat or Apartment
12.66%
Other
0.09%
Home ownership
Owned Outright
39.51%
Owner Mortgage
32.51%
Rented
25.92%
Other
2.07%
Method of travel to work
Car
37.42%
Train
3.84%
Walk
1.61%
Bus
0.53%
Industry of employment
Professionals
37.16%
Managers
15.67%
Clerical and Administrative Workers
13.05%
Community and Personal Service Workers
8.43%

Market Performance

Median sale price
Properties sold
Auction clearance
Av days on market

Median sale price in Blackburn

Median sale price for houses in Blackburn is $1,485,000, up 5.5% from last year.

Median sale price for units in Blackburn is $531,250, down 6.4% from last year.

Properties sold in Blackburn

Properties sold for houses in Blackburn is 193, up 4.3% from last year.

Properties sold for units in Blackburn is 149, up 11.2% from last year.

Auction clearance in Blackburn

Auction clearance for houses in Blackburn is 61.2%, down 15.7% from last year.

Auction clearance for units in Blackburn is 74.4%, down 6.0% from last year.

Av days on market in Blackburn

Av days on market for houses in Blackburn is 53, up 20.5% from last year.

Av days on market for units in Blackburn is 28, down 40.4% from last year.

Sales data supplied by Domain

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