Clayton South, VIC 3584
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $381/wk Median
- 39.4% Renters
Clayton South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.4k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $381
- To the CBD
- 20.3km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Clayton South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Clayton South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 13,381 residents, a substantial 39.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $381 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Clayton South
Clayton South Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Clayton South Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Clayton South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Clayton South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Clayton South.
Is Clayton South walkable?
Clayton South carries a walkability score of 8.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Clayton South from the Melbourne CBD?
Clayton South is approximately 20km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Clayton South?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Clayton South is $381. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $381 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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