Clayton at a glance
Median house
$1,290,000
Median unit
$695,000
Walk score
64
Somewhat walkable
Population
19.0k
Median age 28
The brief
What to know about Clayton.
The postcode for Clayton is 3168 (VIC), part of Greater Melbourne.
The median house price in Clayton is $1,290,000.
Clayton (3168) sits in the Monash region of Victoria. The median house here is $1,290,000, well above the Victoria median of around $850K.
Clayton has roughly 18,988 residents, with a young, transient demographic. Households are renter-heavy. The area is somewhat walkable for a typical errand run, but a car still helps for grocery runs and weekend trips.
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Day to day
What it’s like to live here.
Clayton scores 64/100 on walkability, which makes it somewhat walkable with limited public transport. A short drive opens up most amenities; a car-light household is workable but not optimal.
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 8 government primary, 2 government secondary, 5 Catholic, 3 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Clayton's population at 18,988, with a median age of 28. That sits as a young, transient demographic. Households are renter-heavy (36% own, 61% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix is balanced (54% family, 26% lone person).
Population
18,988
Median age
28
Family households
54%
Lone person
26%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $1,290,000 on a typical sale, well above the Victoria median. Units come in around $695,000, roughly 46% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $258,000. Prices sit well above the Victoria median, so plan for a stretched deposit and shop carefully on borrowing capacity.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$1,290,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $695,000.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$600/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$400/wk
Owner occupied
36%
Renter occupied
61%
At a deeper level
$1,290,000
$695,000
18,988
Median age: 28
Rental data as of September 2025· rental-vic
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Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.42% (median rent $600/wk against a $1,290,000 price tag). Units yield 2.99% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. With 61% of households renting, the leasing market is established and vacancy risk tends to be lower than in owner-dominated suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.42%
Based on $1,290,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.99%
Based on $695,000 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202636%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
1,952
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
Getting around
Walkability.
64
10
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Clayton.
Local schools for Clayton
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Monash Children's Hospital School
John Monash Science School
Clayton North Primary School
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
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 Clayton.
- What is the median house price in Clayton?
- The median house price in Clayton, VIC 3168 is $1,290,000. The median unit price is $695,000.
- What is the Clayton postcode?
- Clayton is in the 3168 postcode, in VIC, in the City of Monash region.
- Where is Clayton?
- Clayton is a suburb of Melbourne, in VIC 3168. It is part of the Greater Melbourne area, in the City of Monash region.
- What is the average rent in Clayton?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $600, for units it's $400.
- What schools are in Clayton?
- There are 20 schools serving Clayton on this page, including Monash Children's Hospital School, John Monash Science School, St Peter's School.
- How walkable is Clayton?
- Clayton has a Walk Score of 64 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 10, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Clayton?
- Clayton is close to Monash University, Oakleigh East, Clayton South, Notting Hill, Huntingdale.
- What is the population of Clayton?
- The population of Clayton is approximately 18,988 (2021 Census). The median age is 28.
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