Panton Hill
A 48-year median age and a population of 1,063 give Panton Hill a settled, low-density profile across 21.09 square kilometres. Household income sits at the 89.6th percentile, above the national middle, while 99.1% of homes are separate houses. Compared with nearby St Andrews and Kangaroo Ground, Panton Hill is defined by quiet residential scale, established ownership and a strong work-from-home share of 34.6%. The trade-off is slower momentum because annual growth is forecast at -0.23%. Recorded crime is 10.3 incidents per 1,000 residents, supporting its low-crime identity.
Local council: Nillumbik
Population
1,063
Median Age
48.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,367/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
11
Homebuyers are looking at a detached-house market, with 99.1% separate houses and 54.5% containing four or more bedrooms. That mix suits households seeking space because larger homes dominate, while the 2,167 monthly mortgage figure and 47.7% mortgage tenure indicate substantial owner leverage. Mortgage costs equal 21.1% of household income, higher than rent at 14.8%, although household income ranks at the 89.6th percentile. Compared with apartment-heavy locations, Panton Hill has less dwelling variety, so buyers should assess land, maintenance and commuting needs alongside the property itself.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are looking at a detached-house market, with 99.1% separate houses and 54.5% containing four or more bedrooms. That mix suits households seeking space because larger homes dominate, while the 2,167 monthly mortgage figure and 47.7% mortgage tenure indicate substantial owner leverage. Mortgage costs equal 21.1% of household income, higher than rent at 14.8%, although household income ranks at the 89.6th percentile. Compared with apartment-heavy locations, Panton Hill has less dwelling variety, so buyers should assess land, maintenance and commuting needs alongside the property itself.
For Investors
Investment conditions favour a niche, low-turnover rental strategy rather than a high-yield apartment play. Only 5.1% of households rent, compared with 47.7% carrying a mortgage and 44.6% owning outright, so tenant depth is lower than the owner base. Weekly rent is $350 and vacancy is 5.6%, providing an income reference but not enough information to calculate a reliable yield without a sale price. Nine development applications in 12 months indicate modest property activity. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver, while the annual trend of -0.23% is below faster-growth markets, making tenant fit and holding quality more important than rapid capital gains.
Development Activity
Total DAs
11
Last 12 Months
11
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Panton Hill
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Panton Hill Primary School
Demographics
Median age is 48, 8 years above the national comparison, and the aging profile is reinforced by a 9.5-point rise in senior share. University attainment is 32.4%, 2.3 points above the national comparison, while overseas-born residents account for 12.9%, 8.7 points below it. English, Irish and Scottish ancestry counts are 502, 170 and 125. Household size averages 2.9, or 0.4 above the national comparison, and 83.9% stayed at the same address. This continuity is stronger than in more mobile suburbs such as St Andrews and Kangaroo Ground. No religion is the largest affiliation at 609, ahead of Christianity at 345.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
99.1%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Panton Hill's tenure pattern is strongly owner-oriented: 44.6% of homes are owned outright and 47.7% are mortgaged, compared with only 5.1% rented. Detached housing makes up 99.1% of stock, and 54.5% of dwellings have four or more bedrooms versus 33.0% with three bedrooms. The structure fits a low-density lifestyle because land and larger homes dominate, but it narrows choice for downsizers and renters. Mortgage payments absorb 21.1% of household income, higher than rent at 14.8%. Affordability was 34.2% in 2021, below 36.2% in 2011, with the trend classified as stable.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$350
Census 2021
HH Size
2.9
Personal Income / wk
$915
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.6%
Unoccupied
21
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
14.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.1%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
46.9%
Couples with children
39.3%
Couples, no children
13.4%
Single parent
305
Total families
Economy & Employment
Local employment combines practical and professional work. Construction leads at 17.6% with 78 workers, followed by healthcare at 17.2% and 76, professional and technical services at 11.8% and 52, education at 10.4% and 46, and public administration at 8.6% and 38. This spread supports both trades and knowledge workers, consistent with 130 professionals, 119 trades workers and 107 managers. Participation is 66.7%, unemployment is 2.7%, and household income is $2,367 weekly at the 89.6th percentile, above most areas on this measure. SEIFA results are also high, with education and occupation at decile 8, economic resources at decile 10, disadvantage at decile 10 and advantage at decile 9.
Unemployment
2.7%
Labour Force
598
Unemployed
16
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
56.0%
Part-time
34.2%
Participation
66.7%
Employed
582
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
32.4%
Postgraduate
7.3%
Born Overseas
12.9%
Dwellings
352
Transport to Work
Livability is strongest for residents comfortable with driving, space and a quieter routine. Car driving accounts for 60.4% of travel, work from home is 34.6% and walking or cycling is 2.7%, so daily convenience depends more on private vehicles than active transport. One nearby government primary school provides local primary access; families should check enrolment zones because boundaries can cut across the district, while secondary options require broader trip planning. Recorded crime is 10.3 incidents per 1,000 residents from 11 offences, a low rate compared with many suburban settings. An IRSAD decile of 9 and an IRSD decile of 10 indicate advantage above the middle, while the population of 1,063 keeps services small-scale rather than metropolitan.
Drive
60.4%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
2.7%
Work from Home
34.6%
Growth Outlook
Growth is likely to remain subdued and older in character. The annual trend is -0.23%, while population change across the wider area is 1.5% over 10 years, both below the pace associated with expanding outer suburbs. The trajectory is Aging, with senior share up 9.5 points and young share down 5.0 points, which can reduce household churn and demand for new family stock. Overseas migration is the primary driver, but gentrification is not currently evident: the score is 0 and the stage is Not gentrifying. Rent growth of 28.2% and a COVID dip of -3.8% show movement, yet recovery is recorded at 0.0%, reinforcing an established rather than rapidly transforming setting.
Population trend: Nillumbik council area
Panton Hill sits in the Nillumbik council area. These are the council area's residents, not Panton Hill's.
Residents 2025
63,797
Growth, 5 yr average
-0.2%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.4%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
11
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
10.3
Offence Categories
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Panton Hill compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Panton Hill a good suburb to live in?
Panton Hill suits households seeking space, quiet and a settled social environment. The median age is 48, work from home is 34.6% and crime is 10.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. Compared with denser suburbs, it provides more detached housing but relies more heavily on cars, with 60.4% driving to work.
What is the median house price in Panton Hill?
A reliable current median house price is not available for Panton Hill. The market is predominantly detached, with 99.1% separate houses and 54.5% containing four or more bedrooms. Buyers should compare recent sales for similar land size, dwelling condition and bedroom count rather than apply an apartment or townhouse benchmark.
What schools are in Panton Hill?
Panton Hill has 1 nearby government primary school, providing local access for primary-aged children. Families should confirm enrolment zones against the exact address and plan secondary travel separately, because one local school does not represent the full regional network. The suburb has 1,063 residents, so education services are small-scale compared with larger suburban centres.
Is Panton Hill safe?
Panton Hill records 11 offences, equal to 10.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. Property and deception offences account for 8 cases, while crimes against the person account for 3. That rate is low compared with many suburban settings, but normal precautions remain appropriate, particularly for detached homes and properties with larger land areas.
Is Panton Hill good for property investment?
Panton Hill may suit a selective long-term investor rather than a rapid-growth strategy. Renting accounts for only 5.1% of households, weekly rent is $350 and vacancy is 5.6%. There were 9 development applications in 12 months, while annual growth is forecast at -0.23%, so tenant fit, maintenance and holding quality matter more than short-term uplift.
How is Panton Hill's population changing?
Panton Hill has 1,063 residents today and is following an Aging trajectory. Population change across the wider area is 1.5% over 10 years, while the annual trend is -0.23%. Senior share has risen 9.5 points and young share has fallen 5.0 points. Overseas migration is the primary driver, but overall change remains slower than in expanding outer suburbs.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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