Average rent in Rockbank - Mount Cottrell, VIC — 2026

Rockbank - Mount Cottrell sits in the Melton local government area, 27km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 17,553 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 24% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
17,553

ABS 2021

Median age
31
Distance to Melbourne
27 km
Households renting
24%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
46%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Melton

Renting in Rockbank - Mount Cottrell

Rockbank - Mount Cottrell is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 10% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 74% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (96%) 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 27km from Melbourne, with a population of around 17,553 and a median age of 31. 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 Rockbank - Mount Cottrell?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Rockbank - Mount Cottrell, VIC was $400. 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 Rockbank - Mount Cottrell rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Rockbank - Mount Cottrell sat at $400 — 10% above the state average. The suburb is 27km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (96% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Rockbank - Mount Cottrell have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Rockbank - Mount Cottrell's $400/week (ABS 2021): Croydon - West, Diggers Rest, Maribyrnong. On the higher end, you've got Cranbourne East - South, Hawthorn - North, Point Cook - East. 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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