Altona
VIC 3018 • Greater Melbourne
About Altona
Altona is a genuine bayside suburb in Melbourne's west, 14 kilometres from the CBD along the Werribee line. The suburb centres on Pier Street and the beach foreshore, offering a village atmosphere distinct from the industrial neighbours. Altona Beach is popular for swimming and the annual Altona Beach Festival.
This is the western suburbs' best-kept secret—genuine beach lifestyle, heritage pier, and village character at fraction of eastern bayside prices. The community maintains strong local identity, with the beach, cafes, and Altona Homestead forming social anchors. Altona attracts families and professionals seeking bayside living without the price tag.
Altona falls under postcode 3018 and is governed by Hobsons Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Williamstown (Western Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesCnr Pier Street & Queen Street Altona 3018 VIC
Schools
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109 Blyth Street
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227 Civic Parade
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Belmar Avenue
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133 Maidstone Street
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Cnr Millers Rd & Civic Parade
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95a Railway Street
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48 McBain Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 556
- 2. New Zealand 290
- 3. Malta 209
- 4. India 156
- 5. China 134
- 6. Vietnam 124
- 7. Italy 121
- 8. Germany 106
- 9. Scotland 101
- 10. Philippines 94
- 11. Ireland 83
- 12. South Africa 73
- 13. Croatia 67
- 14. United States 59
- 15. Greece 54
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)