Balwyn North
VIC 3104 • Greater Melbourne
About Balwyn North
Balwyn North is a sought-after family suburb of 21,300 in Boroondara, located 11 kilometres northeast of Melbourne's CBD. Though lacking direct rail, buses connect to nearby Box Hill and Camberwell stations. The suburb is renowned for its quality schools, particularly Balwyn High School, which draws families from across Melbourne willing to pay premium prices for zone access.
The community is increasingly Asian-Australian, with Chinese families particularly drawn to the outstanding schools and family-friendly character. Local shopping on Doncaster Road and Bulleen Road serves daily needs, while nearby Box Hill and Westfield Doncaster provide major retail. Balwyn North attracts education-focused families, often Chinese-Australian, seeking access to quality public schools in a leafy, established suburb.
Balwyn North falls under postcode 3104 and is governed by Boroondara Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kew (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesDoncaster Road Balwyn North 3104 VIC -
ALDICnr Doncaster Road, Tannock Street, Balwyn North VIC 3104
Schools
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Buchanan Avenue
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Buchanan Avenue
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Bulleen Road
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Almond Street
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Reading Avenue
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2 Marwal Avenue
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38 Sweyn 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. China 3,075
- 2. Malaysia 803
- 3. India 571
- 4. Hong Kong 495
- 5. Vietnam 406
- 6. England 397
- 7. Greece 359
- 8. Italy 273
- 9. Sri Lanka 232
- 10. New Zealand 223
- 11. Iran 213
- 12. Taiwan 192
- 13. Singapore 191
- 14. Indonesia 132
- 15. United States 118
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)