Officer

VIC 3809

Officer is a suburb located 48 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District and is the second most populous suburb in the Shire of Cardinia. The suburb recorded a population of 18,503 at the 2021 census. Officer is currently experiencing rapid development with the majority of the land being developed for residential use, particularly medium density housing. The demographic makeup of Officer is diverse, with 70.1% of people born in Australia. The most common ancestries in Officer are English, Australian, Irish, Scottish, and Indian. The suburb is known for its growing education sector, with twelve schools in the area, including primary schools, secondary schools, and specialist schools. For recreation, Officer offers various facilities such as lighted AFL sporting grounds, recreational parks, and Dragon Park, which was voted Victoria's Favourite Playground in 2021. There are also ongoing development plans for the Comely Banks Recreation Reserve, which will feature sporting pitches, a pavilion, and playgrounds. Transportation in Officer is convenient with its own railway station on the Gippsland line, providing easy access to the rest of Melbourne. The major shopping precinct in Officer is Arena Shopping Centre, which houses major retail outlets, as well as a variety of dining options. Overall, Officer is a rapidly growing suburb with a diverse population, excellent education options, and a range of recreational facilities, making it an attractive place to live.

AREA

28.0504 km²

POPULATION

18,503

OWNER OCCUPIED %

70%

LARGEST AGE GROUP

30-40

MEDIAN MONTHLY MORTGAGE

$2,000

MEDIAN WEEKLY RENT

$580