Docklands, VIC 3265
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $411/wk Median
- 67.0% Renters
Docklands Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.5k
- Median age
- 32
- Median weekly rent
- $411
- To the CBD
- 1.8km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Docklands Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Docklands is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 15,493 residents, a clear majority 67.0% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $411 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Docklands
Docklands Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Docklands Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Docklands
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Docklands
Real questions renters ask before moving to Docklands.
How much does it cost to rent in Docklands?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Docklands is $411. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $411 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Docklands walkable?
Docklands carries a walkability score of 8.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Docklands from the Melbourne CBD?
Docklands is approximately 2km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 12-27 minutes.
Is Docklands a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Docklands has a 67.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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