Carrum Downs

Carrum Downs extends across residential neighborhoods with parks, schools, and shopping centers, situated 36 kilometers southeast of Melbourne's central business district.

The area was originally known as Karrum Karrum by the Boonwurrung people and contained extensive marshlands that defined early colonial exploration boundaries.

The Lyrebird Community Centre provides social services and programs for residents, fostering connections through various activities and educational initiatives.

The suburb connects to Melbourne through multiple bus routes and major arterial roads, with nearest train access available at Seaford and Kananook stations.

The former Carrum Swamp measured approximately 15 kilometers from north to south, producing premium potatoes while wild cattle roamed until the mid-nineteenth century.

Location: Victoria

Location: City of Frankston

Elevation above the sea: 31 m

Shares border with: Lyndhurst, Patterson Lakes, Frankston North, Seaford, Skye, Sandhurst, Bangholme, Langwarrin

GPS coordinates: -38.09600,145.17800

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:29