Southbank (West) - South Wharf, VIC 3927
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $430/wk Median
- 62.5% Renters
Southbank (West) - South Wharf Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.5k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $430
- To the CBD
- 1.4km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Southbank (West) - South Wharf Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Southbank (West) - South Wharf is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 6,463 residents, a clear majority 62.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $430 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Southbank (West) - South Wharf
Southbank (West) - South Wharf Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Southbank (West) - South Wharf Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Southbank (West) - South Wharf
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Southbank (West) - South Wharf
Real questions renters ask before moving to Southbank (West) - South Wharf.
Is Southbank (West) - South Wharf walkable?
Southbank (West) - South Wharf carries a walkability score of 9.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in Southbank (West) - South Wharf?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Southbank (West) - South Wharf is $430. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $430 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Southbank (West) - South Wharf from the Melbourne CBD?
Southbank (West) - South Wharf is approximately 1km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
What's the community like in Southbank (West) - South Wharf?
Locals describe Southbank (West) - South Wharf as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 6,463, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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