Arthurs Creek at a glance
Population
478
Median age 52
The brief
What to know about Arthurs Creek.
The postcode for Arthurs Creek is 3099 (VIC), part of Greater Melbourne.
Arthurs Creek (3099) sits in the Nillumbik region of Victoria.
Arthurs Creek has roughly 478 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.
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What it’s like to live here.
Summer days here average around 26°C (mild), winter mornings around 7°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 639mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Melbourne (Olympic Park) station, 64.9km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 12 government primary, 2 Catholic, 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Arthurs Creek's population at 478, with a median age of 52. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (85% own, 4% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (84% family households, 12% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
478
Median age
52
Family households
84%
Lone person
12%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$391/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$218/wk
Owner occupied
85%
Renter occupied
4%
At a deeper level
478
Median age: 52
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Safety
Crime and safety.
8
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Arthurs Creek.
Local schools for Arthurs Creek
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Government School Catchment
Arthurs Creek Primary School
Doreen Primary School
Hurstbridge Primary School
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Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
639 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
26.0°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
6.5°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Melbourne (Olympic Park) (65 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Arthurs Creek.
- What is the Arthurs Creek postcode?
- Arthurs Creek is in the 3099 postcode, in VIC, in the Nillumbik Shire Council region.
- Where is Arthurs Creek?
- Arthurs Creek is a suburb of Melbourne, in VIC 3099. It is part of the Greater Melbourne area, in the Nillumbik Shire Council region.
- What is the average rent in Arthurs Creek?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $391, for units it's $218.
- What schools are in Arthurs Creek?
- There are 17 schools serving Arthurs Creek on this page, including Arthurs Creek Primary School, Learning Co-Operative School, Doreen Primary School.
- What suburbs are near Arthurs Creek?
- Arthurs Creek is close to Nutfield, Cottles Bridge, Doreen, Yan Yean, Hurstbridge.
- What is the population of Arthurs Creek?
- The population of Arthurs Creek is approximately 478 (2021 Census). The median age is 52.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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