Average rent in Blackburn South, VIC — 2026

Blackburn South is part of the Whitehorse council area and sits 16km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 10,939 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $410/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 24% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$410/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,939

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Melbourne
16 km
Households renting
24%
Separate houses
76%
Flats / apartments
8%
Born overseas
37%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Whitehorse

Renting in Blackburn South

Blackburn South is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $410/week, around 13% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 73% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (76%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 16km from Melbourne, with a population of around 10,939 and a median age of 42. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Blackburn South?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Blackburn South, VIC was $410. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Blackburn South rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Blackburn South sat at $410 — 13% above the state average. The suburb is 16km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (76% separate houses, 8% flats here).
Which suburbs near Blackburn South have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Blackburn South's $410/week (ABS 2021): Southbank - East, Keilor East, Cranbourne South. On the higher end, you've got Docklands, Hawthorn East, Burnside Heights. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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