Clayton, Victoria — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Clayton, in the Monash City local government area.
| Locality | Clayton |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Monash City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -37.91504 |
| Longitude | 145.13176 |
| Population | 18,988 |
| Density | 2406.6 /km² |
| Area | 7.9 km² |
| Elevation | 70 m |
| Postcode | 3168 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 19 km southeast |
Clayton is a locality in the Monash City local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of 18,988. The locality covers an area of 7.9 km², giving a population density of about 2406.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 70 m above sea level. It lies approximately 19 km southeast of Melbourne. Clayton is located at 37.9150°S, 145.1318°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3168.
Clayton sprawls across a gently undulating plain, its eastern edges softening into the low hills that hint at the Dandenong Ranges beyond. It lies 4.1 km south of Mount Waverley, VIC (from Mount Waverley, VIC: bearing 176°T), and is situated 4.9 km south-west of Glen Waverley. The air here carries the subtle, earthy scent of well-tilled soil, mingled with the fainter, sweeter perfume of eucalypts that line the suburban streets and spill into the parklands. The land itself feels settled, comfortable, accustomed to the passage of seasons and the quiet industry of its inhabitants. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, possesses a warm, honeyed quality, casting long shadows that stretch across manicured lawns and the broad avenues of Clayton. The character of the place is one of steady persistence, a landscape that has been shaped by human hands but still retains a whisper of the wild, particularly where the urban fringe meets pockets of native bushland.
Historically, Clayton's development is closely tied to its agricultural past, a legacy still visible in the broader blocks and the occasional remnant farmhouse that punctuate the newer suburban sprawl. The area’s economy has evolved significantly, shifting from its roots in farming and grazing to become a vibrant centre for education and industry. The presence of major educational institutions has infused Clayton with a youthful energy, a constant flow of ideas and a dynamic cultural landscape. This academic heart has also spurred technological innovation and research, contributing to a local economy that is forward-looking while still honouring the grounded nature of the land. The broad avenues and the neat residential streets of Clayton speak of a planned development, a conscious effort to build a place that is both functional and amenable to everyday life.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Clayton, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Clayton, in the Monash City local government area.
Detailed location data for Clayton includes the postcode (3168), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Monash City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Clayton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |