Mount Dandenong
City in Victoria, Australia
Overview
Mount Dandenong is a picturesque hilltop town in Victoria, Australia, known for its lush forests, stunning gardens, and panoramic views over Melbourne. Famed for its charming cafes, boutique shops, and natural attractions, it offers a tranquil escape from city life while retaining a lively village atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
1,271
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-37.83°, 145.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
87
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,658
Local Cost
$1,790
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
98
English
99
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
284 Mbps
Upload
144 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
3
Parks
2
Transport
23
Walk Score
23
Footways
45.0
Airport
MBW
Distance
29 km
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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 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 75/100.