Mill Park

VIC 3082

Mill Park, located 18 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD, is a vibrant suburb with a population of 28,712 according to the 2021 census. The area has a rich history, named after the flour mill built by George and Francis Coulstock in the 1840s. The suburb underwent rapid residential development in the 1980s, resulting in the establishment of schools such as Mill Park Secondary College and recreational facilities. Mill Park is home to a mix of private and state primary schools, including St Francis Primary School and Mill Park Primary School. The suburb offers a range of shopping options, including The Stables Shopping Centre, Plenty Valley Shopping Centre, and Mill Park Plaza. The Mill Park Library, built in 2002, is a popular facility for residents. Mill Park also has its own community radio station, Plenty Valley FM, which serves as an emergency broadcaster for the area. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as Australian rules football at Redleap Reserve, soccer at Partridge Street Reserve, and softball at Mill Park Reserve. The suburb offers several neighborhood reserves and shared paths for outdoor recreation. With a median age of 40, Mill Park has a diverse population. The most common ancestries in the area are Australian, English, Italian, Macedonian, and Indian.

AREA

13.066 km²

POPULATION

28,712

OWNER OCCUPIED %

75%

LARGEST AGE GROUP

40-50

MEDIAN MONTHLY MORTGAGE

$1,748

MEDIAN WEEKLY RENT

$520