Average rent in The Basin, VIC — 2026

The Basin sits in the Knox local government area, 32km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 4,345 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $366/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 10% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$366/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
4,345

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Melbourne
32 km
Households renting
10%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
16%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Knox

Renting in The Basin

The Basin runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $366/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (89% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 10% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (96%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 39 and a population around 4,345. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 16% of residents were born overseas. The Basin is 32km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in The Basin?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in The Basin, VIC was $366. 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 The Basin rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while The Basin came in at $366 — 1% above. The Basin sits 32km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 96% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near The Basin have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than The Basin's $366/week (ABS 2021): Montrose, Langwarrin, Brunswick West. On the higher end, you've got Kingsbury, Pakenham - South West, Tarneit - South. 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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