Springvale South at a glance
Median house
$830,000
Median unit
$600,000
Walk score
64
Somewhat walkable
Population
12.8k
Median age 38
The brief
What to know about Springvale South.
The postcode for Springvale South is 3172 (VIC), part of Greater Melbourne.
The median house price in Springvale South is $830,000.
Springvale South (3172) sits in the Kingston region of Victoria. The median house here is $830,000, in line with the Victoria median of around $850K.
Springvale South has roughly 12,766 residents, with a typical family-age mix. Households are mostly owner-occupied. 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.
Springvale South scores 64/100 on walkability, which makes it somewhat walkable with workable public transport options. 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 Springvale South's population at 12,766, with a median age of 38. That sits as a typical family-age mix. Households are mostly owner-occupied (70% own, 27% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (79% family households, 17% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
12,766
Median age
38
Family households
79%
Lone person
17%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $830,000 on a typical sale, in line with the Victoria median. Units come in around $600,000, roughly 28% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $166,000. Prices are in line with the Victoria median, so the broader state lending settings apply.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$830,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $600,000.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$371/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$351/wk
Owner occupied
70%
Renter occupied
27%
At a deeper level
$830,000
$600,000
12,766
Median age: 38
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.32% (median rent $371/wk against a $830,000 price tag). Units yield 3.04% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (27%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.32%
Based on $830,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20263.04%
Based on $600,000 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 202670%
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.
608
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
50
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Springvale South.
Local schools for Springvale South
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Government School Catchment
Athol Road Primary School
Keysborough Secondary College
Heatherhill 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 Springvale South.
- What is the median house price in Springvale South?
- The median house price in Springvale South, VIC 3172 is $830,000. The median unit price is $600,000.
- What is the Springvale South postcode?
- Springvale South is in the 3172 postcode, in VIC, in the City of Kingston region.
- Where is Springvale South?
- Springvale South is a suburb of Melbourne, in VIC 3172. It is part of the Greater Melbourne area, in the City of Kingston region.
- What is the average rent in Springvale South?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $371, for units it's $351.
- What schools are in Springvale South?
- There are 20 schools serving Springvale South on this page, including Athol Road Primary School, Hoa Nghiem Primary School, Keysborough Secondary College.
- How walkable is Springvale South?
- Springvale South has a Walk Score of 64 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 50, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Springvale South?
- Springvale South is close to Noble Park East, Noble Park, Dingley Village, Noble Park North, Springvale.
- What is the population of Springvale South?
- The population of Springvale South is approximately 12,766 (2021 Census). The median age is 38.
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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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