Emerald

City in Victoria, Australia

Overview

Emerald is a scenic township set in the Dandenong Ranges of Victoria, Australia, known for its lush nature, lively community, and the historic Puffing Billy Railway. Its friendly local vibe, easy access to parks, and boutique dining options make it a gem for visitors seeking a tranquil getaway in the heart of nature.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
14,904
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-37.93°, 145.44°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,615
Local Cost
$1,810
Local Income
$2,850
Cashless
95
English
98
Temperature
14.0°C
Summer Avg
19.1°C
Winter Avg
8.9°C
Record High
42.8°C
Record Low
-1.1°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
859 mm
Internet Speed
76 Mbps
Upload
36 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
1
Parks
6
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
214.0
Airport
MBW
Distance
30 km

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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 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 80/100.