Knox City
Knox City ranks =28th of 79 in VIC, performing best on community services (59/100).
"Melbourne's eastern middle ring — family suburbia with Dandenong Ranges on the doorstep"
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Victoria · metro council · Pop. 163,302
Data last updated: 2024-25 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
55 out of 100
#11 of 31 metro councils in VIC
#28 in Victoria
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 44/100 |
| Community Services | 59/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 59/100 |
| Core Operations | 56/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Knox City performs strongest in Community Services (scoring 59 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Sustainability (currently 44 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Melbourne's eastern middle ring — family suburbia with Dandenong Ranges on the doorstep
Knox covers Wantirna, Boronia, Ferntree Gully, and Rowville. It's classic Melbourne family suburbia — established homes, good schools, decent parks — with the unique advantage of sitting right at the foot of the Dandenong Ranges. The bush is literally at the end of your street in suburbs like Ferntree Gully and The Basin.
Known For
- Gateway to the Dandenong Ranges — bushwalking and mountain biking from suburban streets
- Westfield Knox — major regional shopping centre
- 1000 Steps Kokoda Memorial Walk in Ferntree Gully
- Lewis Park and Knox Regional Sports Park — strong sporting infrastructure
Living Here
Knox is for people who want suburban comfort with genuine nature access. The ranges give it a liveability edge over comparable eastern suburbs. Trade-offs: limited nightlife, car-dependent in parts, and the Boronia town centre needs work.
Hidden Gem
Lysterfield Lake Park — swimming, mountain biking, bushwalking, and kangaroos, all within Knox's boundaries.