Arthurs Seat VIC, 3936
Arthurs Seat Real Estate: Suburb Profile
Are you considering Arthurs Seat, VIC 3936 as your next move? It's vital to understand if the area is a suitable option for your requirements. The Homes.com.au suburb profile provides the statistics on Arthurs Seat house prices, demographics & market trends so we can allow you to make informed decisions about your next property move.
If you are considering packing up and moving to Arthurs Seat, have a little read of our history lesson to find out more about the amazing lifestyle and what makes this suburb a worthy option.
Overview Arthurs Seat is a small, hilly suburb with an elevation of 314 metres, located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. It is located 85 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. Arthurs Seat is neighboured by the following suburbs: Port Phillip, McCrae, Rosebud, Dromana, Main Ridge, and Red Hill. As of the 2016 census, the locality's population was 11,042, with the median age being 50 years old.
Living in Arthurs Seat Arthurs Seat is a beautiful, rural location that attracts tourists all year round. It is a safe and quiet place, with a lot of retirees calling it their home. The suburb also has one of the most prominent wineries in Melbourne, which sits 300 metres above sea level. There are also a few eateries and farm gates to buy fresh produce. The locality has few schools, along with many educational institutes in the neighbouring towns and localities.
History of Arthurs Seat The Boonwurrung people were the initial settlers of the area and referred to it as "Wonga." Acting Lieutenant John Murray chose the name "Arthurs Seat" in February 1802 due to the area's resemblance to the hill of Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh. However, the first structure for surveying purposes was placed only in 1853.
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