Suburb Property Profile: Rosebud, VIC 3939

Located approximately 61–81km south of Melbourne's CBD, Rosebud sits within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula, wedged between the lower slopes of Arthurs Seat, the shores of Port Phillip and the plains of Boneo. A school began operating here in 1884, and the town's early growth was slow — held back by a lack of direct road access to Melbourne until a route was carved through Anthony's Nose, where Arthurs Seat meets the sea. Rosebud went on to become one of the Peninsula's classic seaside holiday towns, and today serves as the administrative headquarters of the Mornington Peninsula Shire. Here's our comprehensive guide to the area.

Location Demographics

The population of Rosebud sits at 14,381 according to the 2021 Census, living across 8,721 dwellings with an average household size of 2.2. Like much of the Peninsula, Rosebud's population swells considerably over the summer months as holidaymakers arrive.

Travel & Infrastructure

Rosebud doesn't have a train station of its own; the nearest options are at Frankston or Mornington, with local bus services connecting the town to both. The first stage of the Mornington Peninsula Freeway was built through the 1970s specifically to bypass Rosebud's Nepean Road, which had become heavily congested with motor traffic.

Shopping

Rosebud Village shopping centre, which opened in 1979 with a supermarket and 17 shops, anchors local retail, alongside Port Phillip Plaza, opened behind it in 1986 with a discount department store, supermarket and 25 further shops.

Schools & Recreation

Rosebud has its own primary and secondary schools, including Rosebud Secondary College, alongside Padua College, a Catholic secondary school whose Rosebud campus caters for Years 7–10 before students move to another campus for Years 11 and 12.

Local Amenities

Rosebud's foreshore retains much of its original holiday character, with a carnival area, boat hire, picnic areas and camping still drawing visitors each summer. South of the Mornington Peninsula Freeway, Rosebud South offers residential areas extending to the foot of Arthurs Seat State Park, alongside three golf courses for local recreation.

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