Frankston
The City of Frankston is located on the Mornington Peninsula and covers an area of approximately 131 square kilometres - from Seaford Wetlands in the north, bordering Mount Eliza in the south, and east to the Western Port Highway. The western boundary is formed by approximately 10 km of Port Phillip coastline. This bayside municipality is the regional hub for Melbourne's southeastern suburbs, with many shopping centres and administrative services.
Population: 117,801
Cultural diversity: Around 20.8 percent of people living in Frankston were born outside Australia. Migrants have settled in Frankston from:
- England (6.9%)
- New Zealand (2.1%)
- Scotland (1.3%)
- Netherlands (0.7%)
- Germany (0.7%)
Main suburbs:
- Seaford
- Carrum
- Frankston
- Langwarrin
- Skye
Location: 40 km south of city centre
Education: Visit Schools Online and search for the main suburbs listed above to find schools in Frankston. There is one university and one Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institution in this municipality. To find out more about TAFEs, visit the Skills Victoria website.
Healthcare: There are three hospitals in Frankston.
Major industries:
- Construction
- Property and business services
- Retail trade
Cost of housing:
| Type of housing | Median purchase price | Median rental price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit/apartment | $247,500 | $190 per week (2 bedroom flat) |
| House | $329,000 | $250 per week (3 bedroom house) |
The above prices are from June 2008. For the most up-to-date housing prices, visit the REIV website.
Further information: For more information, visit the Frankston City Council website.
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Last updated: 16 February 2009
State Government of Victoria