MaryknollVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3812 · Cardinia
Daily life in Maryknoll is characterized by a strong sense of community and family orientation. The majority of residents commute by car, with 64.0% driving to work, while only 1.4% use public transport. A notable 14.2% of the population work from home, which is below the Victorian average of 25.7%. The suburb offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with a focus on family living.
The read
What living here is actually like
Maryknoll is a small rural community with a total population of 646 people. The suburb has a median age of 39, which is slightly above the Victorian median of 38. The gender distribution is fairly balanced with 50.9% male and 49.1% female. The area is predominantly family-oriented, with 88.7% of households being family households and 56.6% of families having children. The suburb has a high percentage of separate houses at 100%, compared to the Victorian average of 73.4%.
Buyer fit
Who this suburb suits
One score per buyer type, out of 100, built from the demographic, housing and commute profile. Strongest first.
Buyer-fit score
Maryknoll · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 85 |
| Retirees | 70 |
| Professionals | 65 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 88.7%
- Majority of homes are separate houses, ideal for families
- Above average median household income supports family living
- Low unemployment rate of 1.4%
Against the state
How Maryknoll differs from Victoria
Every bar is this suburb. The vertical tick is the Victorian figure — the gap between them is the story.
Housing & movement
What’s built here, and how people leave in the morning
Dwelling mix
Share of occupied private dwellings
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| Dwelling type | Share |
|---|---|
| Separate houses | 100% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 14.2% |
| Drove a car | 64% |
| Public transport | 1.4% |
| Walked only | 1.1% |
| Car passenger | 3.5% |
Costs 2021 Census
Census figures, collected in 2021. Rents and repayments have moved since — for what property is selling for now, see .
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- Low unemployment rate of 1.4% compared to VIC 5.0%
- High proportion of family households at 88.7%
- Above average median household income of $2352 weekly (vs VIC $1759)
- 100% of housing is separate houses
- High percentage of home ownership with 55.6% owned with a mortgage
Things to be aware of
- Lower educational attainment with 19.0% holding a bachelor's degree (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited public transport usage at 1.4%
- Low rental market presence with only 4.1% rented properties
- Lower diversity with 80.7% born in Australia (vs VIC 65.0%)
- Limited industry diversity with a focus on trades and primary education
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Where the richer profile lands
Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Development activity
Permits approved, projects underway, zoning changes.
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Demographic figures from the Census of Population and Housing © Australian Bureau of Statistics, used under Creative Commons Attribution.
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Informational only — not financial, legal or planning advice. Verify zoning, overlays and catchments with the relevant council before relying on them. Data vintage: 2021 Census.