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Croydon, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Croydon is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 26,502. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
26,502 Population 4,872/sq mi density
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$27,581 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$27,581 median income, 4.3% unemployment
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Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population26,502
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density4,872/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$27,581
Per Capita$27,581
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

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Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership72.6%
Housing Units10,601

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Population26,502
Population Density4,872 / sq mi
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates-37.8000°, 145.2833°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (921 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,581
Median Age39.0 years

About Croydon

Croydon is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 26,502. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Croydon has a population of 26,502 with a density of 4,872 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

26,502
Total Population
4,872
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Croydon vs Australia Average

The median household income in Croydon is $27,581, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,581 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $530, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,518 business establishments.

Income: Croydon vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,581
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,581
Avg Weekly Wage$530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)2,518

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Croydon is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 72.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,601 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.6%
Owner-Occupied72.6%
Renter-Occupied27.4%
Housing Units10,601

Property Tax

Climate in Croydon

Croydon has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 793 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 13.9° / 27.3° 51.7
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 14.1° / 27° 52.7
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.7° 48.2
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 10° / 20.7° 68.2
May 12.4°C / 54°F 8.2° / 16.7° 68.2
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 6.4° / 14.1° 76.1
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.2° / 13.7° 62.7
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 6.4° / 14.7° 72.4
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.3° 65.8
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 8.9° / 19.8° 60.2
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.8° 85.0
Dec 18.1°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.3° 81.5
Croydon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density4,872/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8000°N, 145.2833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
5% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 98 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 105 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 80 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 94 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 87 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 99 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 84 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 84 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 97 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 81 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 105 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 102 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 48 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 82 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 12 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 144 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 102 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 91 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 45 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 69°F (20°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Coldest
July 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
August 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in

Croydon has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Croydon

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Croydon Primary School
Croydon Community School
Sacred Heart Primary School
Ainslie Parklands Primary School
Melba College
Ruskin Park Primary School
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Radio Stations near Croydon

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Classic Rock classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
3RRR Melbourne AAC
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
PBS FM - Melbourne - 106.7 FM (48kHz, 192kbps AAC-LC) australian music, community radio AAC 192 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
The Buzzz MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
Yarra Valley FM MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia MP3 320 kbps
TheLight Christmas AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
UltraCool Radio MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 MP3 32 kbps
SYN FM alternative, college radio AAC+ 128 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Croydon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Andrew Ross Museum
Australian National Aviation Museum
Eltham District Historical Society
Emerald Museum
Eva and Marc Besen Centre
Heritage Hill Museum & Gardens
La Trobe University Museum of Art
Monash Federation Centre
Monash Historic Society
Monash University Museum of Art
Mont De Lancey Museum
Mordialloc Historical Museum
Museum of Australian Photography
National Communications Museum
National Communications Museum
Nillumbik Historical Society
Royal Australian Corps of Signals Museum
Schramms Cottage
Schwerkolt Cottage & Museum Complex
Schwerkolt Cottage Orchard Shed
Schwerkolt Cottage Wine Cellar
Southern Sherbrook Historical Society
TarraWarra Museum of Art
Twisted Science
Upwey / Belgrave RSL
Warrandyte Historical Society
Yarra Ranges Regional Museum

Libraries in Croydon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashburton Library0.0
Balwyn Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Beaumaris Community Centre0.0
Belgrave Library0.0
Bentleigh Library0.0
Berwick Library0.0
Bhai Vir Singh Library0.0
Blackburn Library0.0
Book return chutes0.0
Borchardt Library0.0
Boronia Library0.0
Box Hill Library0.0
Bulleen Library0.0
Camberwell Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
CD0.0
Cheltenham Library0.0
Clarinda Library0.0
Croydon Library0.0
Dandenong Library0.0
Deakin University Library0.0
Diamond Valley Library0.0
Doncaster Library0.0
Eltham Library0.0
Emerald Library0.0
Endeavour Hills Library0.0
Federation University Library0.0
Ferntree Gully Library0.0
Glen Waverley Public Library0.0
Greythorn Library Lounge0.0
Hampton Park Library0.0
Hargrave-Andrew Library0.0
Hawthorn Library0.0
Highett Library0.0
Ivanhoe Libary0.0
Kew High School Library0.0
Kew Library0.0
Kew Toy Library0.0
Kingston Toy Library0.0
Knox Library – Ngarrgoo0.0
Law Library0.0
Lilydale Library0.0
MacGregor Library0.0
Manga Library0.0
Manningham Toy Library0.0
Mentone Public Library0.0
Mernda Library0.0
Mill Park Library0.0
Miller's Homestead0.0
Montrose Library0.0
Mooroolbark Library0.0
Mount Evelyn Reading Room0.0
Mount Waverley Secondary College Senior Library0.0
Mt Waverley Library0.0
Narre Warren Library0.0
Nash Resouce Centre - Library0.0
Newlands Library & Resource Centre0.0
Nunawading Library0.0
Oakleigh Library (City Of Monash)0.0
Parkdale Library0.0
Phoenix Park Library0.0
Realm0.0
RMIT Bundoora Library0.0
Rosanna Library0.0
Rowville Library0.0
Sir Louis Matheson Library0.0
Springvale Library0.0
Swinburne Library0.0
The Little Library0.0
Vermont South Library0.0
Warrandyte Library0.0
Watsonia Library0.0
Wheelers Hill Branch Library0.0
Yarra Plenty Regional Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Croydon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Akoonah Park Market
Camberwell Fresh Food Market
Camberwell Sunday Market
Fair Treasures
Food Trucks
Gully Market
Heathmont Farmers Market
Heide Market
Kingsbury Drive Community Market
Oakleigh Market
Ringwood East Community Market
Warrandyte Riverside Market

Restaurants in Croydon

17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bella Piatto
Carlos Cantina
Chihiro Sushi
Coriander Traditional Indian Tandoori Cuisine
Hancook Yori
La Boca Frattoria
Little Bad Wolf
Little Dumpling
Masala Kitchen
MrT Deli
Nudo Box
Ora D'oro
Peking Duck Dynasty
Pho Ngon Ngon
Taco Bill
Thai Chaiyo Restaurant
The Lower Deck Cafe

Cafes in Croydon

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blackwork
Cafe Zingers
CF
Kofi Beans
Littorio's
Miss Lacey Cafe and Wine Bar

Clinics in Croydon

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Croydon Medical Clinic
Main Medical Centre
Medicura

Dentists in Croydon

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Croydon Denture Studio
My Body Dental

Train Stations in Croydon

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Croydon

Gas Stations in Croydon

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
BP
Shell
United

Banks in Croydon

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
BOQ
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
NAB
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Croydon

3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Civic Square Shopping Centre
Croydon Central
Croydon Central

Gyms in Croydon

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Legacy Pilates & Strength
Synergy Massage & Wellness

Golf Courses in Croydon

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dorset Golf

Breweries in Croydon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bad Shepherd Brewing
Deeds Brewery
Deeds Brewery
Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co.
Harvgreaves Hill Brewing Company
Killer Sprocket Brewery
The Local Brew House
Wolf of the Willows

Stadiums & Teams in Croydon

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Airports Near Croydon

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Eildon Weir AirportSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport
Yeaburn AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Croydon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Croydon Post Shop

Treatment Centers in Croydon

20 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ACE Sports Clinic
Airlie Women's Clinic
Aspect Heatherton
Bellfield Medical Centre
Canterbury Road Community Care Unit
Deepdene Medical Centre
Delmont Day Program
Dr Daniel Traum
East Kew Clinic
Epworth Camberwell
Equilibrium
Iris Family Medicine
Ivanhoe Endoscopy Centre
Melbourne Hand Rehab
Odyssey House Victoria
The Children's Surgery
The Local Doctor
Vitality Medical
Waterdale Medical Specialist Rooms
Wellways Maroondah PARC

Churches & Religious Organizations in Croydon

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Benedictine Monastery
Crossroads Christian Fellowship
Sacred Heart Parish
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Oasis
Victorian Chin Baptist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Croydon

What is the population of Croydon?

Croydon has a population of 26,502 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,872 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Croydon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,581, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Croydon?

Croydon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.

How is the job market in Croydon?

Croydon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $530. There are 2,518 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Croydon?

The median home value in Croydon is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 72.6%.

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