Box Hill South
City in Victoria, Australia
Overview
Box Hill South is a leafy suburban enclave in Melbourne's east, recognized for its reputable schools, extensive parks, and a diverse dining scene. Its blend of tranquil residential streets and busy local centers draws families, professionals, and students alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
8,491
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-37.83°, 145.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,830
Local Cost
$1,840
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
97
English
98
Temperature
14.7°C
Summer Avg
19.3°C
Winter Avg
9.9°C
Record High
41.9°C
Record Low
1.0°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
715 mm
Internet Speed
154 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
81
Coworking
1
Cafes
32
Nightlife
0
Parks
48
Transport
75
Walk Score
75
Footways
150.0
Airport
MBW
Distance
16 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 27 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 74/100.