Canterbury

Canterbury

VIC 3126
Canterbury is an exclusive and affluent eastern suburb of Melbourne, located within the City of Boroondara. Known for its leafy green boulevards and opulent historic residences, Canterbury offers a prestigious and desirable living environment. The suburb is situated 10 km from Melbourne's Central Business District and covers an area that extends as far as Mont Albert Road in the north, Burke Road in the west, Chatham and Highfield Roads in the east, and Riversdale Road to the south. Canterbury is home to a number of prestigious private schools, such as Camberwell Grammar School, Camberwell Girls Grammar School, and Strathcona Baptist Girls Grammar School. The suburb also boasts various parks and gardens, including the Camberwell Hockey Club and the Canterbury Sports Ground. The vibrant shopping area is centered around the railway station and includes shops in Canterbury Road and Maling Road. Transport options in Canterbury are convenient, with easy access to the Canterbury and East Camberwell train stations, as well as tram routes 72 and 109. The suburb has a population of 7,800 according to the 2021 census, with a median age of 46. The majority of residents were born in Australia, followed by China, England, Malaysia, and New Zealand. English is the predominant language spoken at home, although Mandarin and Cantonese are also spoken by a significant portion of the population.
AREA
3.1448 km2
POPULATION
7,800
OWNER OCCUPIED %
78%
LARGEST AGE GROUP
40-50
MEDIAN MONTHLY MORTGAGE
$3,500
MEDIAN WEEKLY RENT
$785

Canterbury Market Trends & Statistics

Recent Median Prices
Previous quarter
Houses
1.69%
$3,750,000
Units
-28.23%
$849,000
Housing Stock Breakdown
Suburb market composition
3,958
Properties
66.47% Houses (2,631)
33.53% Units (1,327)

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