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VIC · Port Phillip Council

Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207

Current weather

14°CRain showers

78% humidity · 26.3 km/h wind · 15.7° / 12.5° today · 4.3 mm rain

Desirability index

94.6/100

#12 among Coastal & beach suburbs

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Port Melbourne is a mid-sized suburb in the Port Phillip area, home to around 17,633 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show 3,061 offences in 2026 with relatively stable year-on-year trends (+1%), roughly 173.6 offences per 1,000 residents, 3 school and preschool sites in the area, strong public transport coverage with many Public Transport Victoria stops, a higher concentration of local shops, services, and recreation amenities, 113 active roadworks or transport incidents on nearby routes, and notable planning and development activity on record. Snapshot data also shows parks or public open space within the suburb and hospitals or GP clinics within the suburb.

Population

Population
17,633
Median age
42
Median household income / week
$2,372
Dwelling vacancy
14.5%
Unoccupied private dwellings
1,324 of 9,153
Median monthly mortgage
$2,500
Employment rate
64.4%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
457 / 3,434 / 3,912

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Total offences (2026)
3,061
Against the person
305
Against property
2,162
Rate per 1,000 residents
173.6
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 58 residents
State safety percentile
89.4th (lower crime is better)
Year-on-year change
+0.9%

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage183
  • B41 Motor Vehicle Theft284
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle693
  • B49 Other Theft244
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order192

Data sources & freshness

Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
3
Median school ICSEA (3 schools)
1,101
  • Port Melbourne Primary SchoolPrimary
  • Port Melbourne Secondary CollegeSecondary
  • Port Phillip Specialist SchoolSpecial

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

98 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Beacon Cove/Light Rail #129
  • Graham St/Light Rail #128
  • Graham St/Light Rail #128
  • North Port Station/Light Rail #127
  • North Port Station/Light Rail #127

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

113 active roadworks / incidents

  • Building / 3rd Party Works activities occurring between 30/01/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed eastbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.WILLIAMSTOWN ROAD, RAGLAN STREET29 Jan 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 30/01/2025 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.WEST GATE OUT-WEST GATE OUT RAMP, WEST GATE OUT-CITYLINK OUT RAMP29 Jan 2025 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 30/01/2025 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.CITYLINK IN-WEST GATE OUT RAMP, WEST GATE OUT-WEST GATE OUT RAMP29 Jan 2025 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 30/01/2025 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.WEST GATE OUT-CITYLINK OUT RAMP, WEST GATE FREEWAY29 Jan 2025 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 30/01/2025 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.CITYLINK IN-WEST GATE OUT RAMP, WEST GATE OUT-WEST GATE OUT RAMP29 Jan 2025 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 30/01/2025 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.WEST GATE OUT-CITYLINK OUT RAMP, WEST GATE FREEWAY29 Jan 2025 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 30/01/2025 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.WEST GATE OUT-WEST GATE OUT RAMP, WEST GATE OUT-CITYLINK OUT RAMP29 Jan 2025 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS Delivery activities occurring between 03/03/2026 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.WEST GATE FREEWAY, WEST GATE OUT-WEST GATE OUT RAMP02 Mar 2026 – 30 Dec 2026
  • ITS Delivery activities occurring between 03/03/2026 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.WEST GATE FREEWAY, WEST GATE OUT-WEST GATE OUT RAMP02 Mar 2026 – 30 Dec 2026
  • Metro Capital Delivery activities occurring between 17/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.GRAHAM STREET, PLUMMER STREET16 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026

Data sources & freshness

  • Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · Hourly refresh where supported

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

306 planning-related records

2021· 105 proposals

  • July 2021

  • Change of use from former physiotherapy clinic back to dwelling
    81 RAGLAN STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Construct alterations and additions to the existing building (at ground, first and second floor) to create a three storey building for an office and caretaker's residence: -internal layout changes -reduction in ground floor built form -addition of a deck to caretakers apartment -increased roof ridge height -changes to facade materials and finishes
    433 GRAHAM STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Extend the back of the property and add a first floor at the rear of the property
    30 CLARK STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Installation of 19 solar panels
    46 EDWARDS AVENUE PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Alterations and additions to the existing dwelling
    40 THE CRESCENT PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Proposed colourbond steel veranda attached to the rear of the existing dwelling.
    380 ROSS STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Replace picket fence & tubular fence, and relocate gate. Replace parking driveway on property. Replace portico. Landscape front yard.
    71 DUNSTAN PARADE PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • First Floor extension
    153 GRAHAM STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Demolition and construction of a dwelling on a lot less than 500sqm
    63 CRUIKSHANK STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Two storey extension and alterations to an existing dwelling with a Heritage Overlay
    271 ESPLANADE EAST PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Additions to the existing dwelling with a new storage shed to the rear of the lot and front fence modifications
    55 POOLMAN STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Demolish or remove a building; construct a building or construct or carry out works; use the land for accommodation (dwellings); and reduce the number of car parking spaces required.
    226 BAY STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Construction of ground and first floor alterations and additions to the existing 2 storey dwelling
    13 EDINA CLOSE PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Buildings and works comprising alterations and ground and first floor additions to existing dwelling
    177 STOKES STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • External Paint to a dwelling within the Heritage Overlay
    36 SANDRIDGE AVENUE PORT MELBOURNE 3207Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • -Part demolition of the existing dwelling -To construct a building and construct or carry out works: -New sliding door and window -Reduced width of Roof Terrace -Increased size of Sitting Room -addition of Powder Room -Removal of Barbecue, canopy and screen
    126 HEATH STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Restaurant
    1/300 PLUMMER STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Restaurant & Bar
    1602/300 PLUMMER STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Buildings and works for external alterations and signage to existing Noisette bakery cafe
    84 BAY STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Partial demolition and constrcution of buildings and works comprising alterations and additions at ground and first floor and new garage
    7 CRICHTON AVENUE PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Partial demolition and additions to an existing dwelling
    51 LYONS STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Alterations and additions to an existing single storey dwelling, including ground & first floor extension and new ground floor internal layout. New fence.
    385 PRINCES STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Change of Use from warehouse to gymnastics gym
    22 SALMON STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress

  • June 2021

  • Partial demolition of the dwelling and outbuildings and construction of buildings and works including a two storey addition to the rear of the dwelling: -amendment to front fence -amendment to rear boundary fence to properties facing Ozone Street -changes to the privacy screening on first floor
    10 ENTERPRISE AVENUE PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • s72 Amendment: Delete condition 43(c).
    19 SALMON STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of the land for a convenience restaurant and associated buildings and works within the Industrial 1 Zone, and to construct and display business identification signs under Clause 52.05-2.
    130 TURNER STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Removing the existing rear windows, to replace with new as per plans and have a roof over
    3 PECKVILLE STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Demolition of the existing dwelling and construction of buildings and works including two (2) double-storey dwellings with basements and roof terraces, and reduction of the car parking requirements. -amendment to car stacker which requires changing the setback, facade, driveway width and crossover.
    11 EVANS STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • External Paint to an existing dwelling within the Heritage Overlay
    20 STOKES STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207NOD issued by a delegate
  • Use of the land for the purpose of a warehouse (with associated administration and showroom spaces)
    4/241 INGLES STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Buildings and works to construct and extend a dwelling on a lot less than 500 square metres in a Neighbourhood Residential Zone and partial demolition, buildings and works in a Heritage Overlay. The works comprise a ground floor, rear extension only.
    36 EDWARDS AVENUE PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Demolition of existing pergola within the heritage overlay
    117 PICKLES STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction and display of internally illuminated business identification signage
    50-80 Turner StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Partial demolition and construction of alterations and additions, including ground and first floor additions plus basement and a two-storey studio at rear
    291 ESPLANADE EAST PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Partial demolition, alterations and extension to an existing dwelling
    17 POOLMAN STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • renovation and extension to a single dwelling
    40 GELLIBRAND ROAD PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Partial demolition, alterations and additions; the construction of a ground floor extension and deck to the rear.
    51 BEACON ROAD PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Partial demolition of the dwelling and construction of buildings and works including a two storey addition to the rear of the dwelling. Amended to allow the following: - Brick wall along the south western elevation extended in length.
    32 CLARK STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • The construction and display of two business identification signs and one internally illuminated business identification sign
    25A CROCKFORD STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
  • Construction of a new three storey dwelling and garage Proposed amendments include: - construction of a roof terrace - internal layout changes - revised flue position - amended window positioning on first floor: - amended colour scheme
    114 DOW STREET PORT MELBOURNE 3207In progress
2020· 201 proposals

201 proposals lodged in 2020. Individual listings are kept for the most recent proposals.

Data sources & freshness

  • PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · Period: 2020; 2020–2022; 2021 · Updated on site · Public MapServer last updated Feb 2024 — applications through FY 2022–23 only; newer PPARS data requires council/API access

Amenities

226 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Dan Murphy'sAlcohol
  • Bbq (5)
  • Bench (34)
  • Bicycle LoopsBicycle Parking
  • Bicycle Parking (13)
  • Anderson Oval/Williamstown RoadBus stop
  • Barak Road/Howe ParadeBus stop
  • Barak Road/The BoulevardBus stop
  • Bayside Avenue/Lorimer StreetBus stop
  • Bridge Street/Williamstown RoadBus stop

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Parks & reserves

29 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Australis Circuit ReservePark
  • Buckingham ReservePark
  • Byrne Street ReservePark
  • Crichton ReservePark
  • Crockford Street ReservePark
  • Cyril Letts ReservePark
  • Edwards ParkPark
  • Fennell ReservePark
  • Fred Jackson ReservePark
  • Garden City ReservePark

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Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
16
Emergency department
Not in suburb
  • AlternativeBridge Streetalternative
  • AlternativeRaglan Streetalternative
  • Bay Street Dental GroupBay Streetdentist
  • Bay Street Medicalclinic
  • Beacon Cove Dental GroupBeach Streetdentist
  • Beacon Cove Medical CentreBeach Streetdoctor
  • Beacon Cove Pharmacypharmacy
  • Bridge Street ClinicBridge Streetclinic
  • Creative Dentistrydentist
  • Creative Medicine Compounding PharmacyBay Streetpharmacy

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
10/10
IRSD decile (2021)
8/10

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

Data sources & freshness

Heritage

16 state heritage places

  • BAND ROTUNDANH1735
  • EXPERIMENTAL CONCRETE HOUSESNH1863
  • FORMER SHOP 175 STOKES STREETNH1789
  • FORMER SWALLOW & ARIELL BISCUIT FACTORYNH0567
  • FORMER SWALLOW & ARIELL BISCUIT FACTORYNH0567
  • FORMER SWALLOW & ARIELL BISCUIT FACTORYNH0567
  • GMH FISHERMANS BENDNH2399
  • GMH FISHERMANS BENDNH2399
  • JUBILEE TERRACENH1829
  • LEADING LIGHTSNH0982

Data sources & freshness

  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Period: current · Updated on site

Childcare

2 childcare services from OpenStreetMap

  • Ada Mary A'Beckett Childrens CentreCumberland Roadkindergarten
  • Play Centralchildcare

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Period: current · Updated on site

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
48
Parks (OSM)
37

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability index

Desirability score
94.6/100
Cohort rank
#12 among Coastal & beach suburbs

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • Ada Mary A'Beckett Childrens CentrechildcareCumberland Roadkindergarten
  • Play Centralchildcarechildcare
  • BAND ROTUNDAheritageNH1735
  • EXPERIMENTAL CONCRETE HOUSESheritageNH1863
  • FORMER SHOP 175 STOKES STREETheritageNH1789
  • FORMER SWALLOW & ARIELL BISCUIT FACTORYheritageNH0567
  • FORMER SWALLOW & ARIELL BISCUIT FACTORYheritageNH0567
  • FORMER SWALLOW & ARIELL BISCUIT FACTORYheritageNH0567
  • GMH FISHERMANS BENDheritageNH2399
  • GMH FISHERMANS BENDheritageNH2399

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Updated on site
  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Updated on site

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