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Balwyn

VIC 3103 • Greater Melbourne

13,495
Population (2021)
$102,700
Median Household Income
4.40 km²
Area
$451/wk
Median Rent
PrestigiousSchool ZoneAsian-AustralianEducation Focus

About Balwyn

Balwyn is one of Melbourne's most prestigious suburbs, an affluent community of 13,500 residents in Boroondara, 10 kilometres east of the CBD. The suburb is renowned for its excellent schools and strong Chinese-Australian community. Tram and bus services provide public transport.

Education drives property demand—families pay premium prices for school zone access. The community is notably Asian-Australian, with families prioritising academic achievement. Balwyn attracts aspirational families, particularly Chinese-Australian, seeking Melbourne's best school zones and established eastern suburbs prestige.

Balwyn falls under postcode 3103 and is governed by Boroondara Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kew (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3103
Urban Area
Boroondara
LGA / Council
Boroondara
Federal Electorate
Kooyong
State Electorate
Kew (Southern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.81°, 145.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.40 km²
Elevation
76m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Balwyn for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$3.13M
39 sales · ▲ 4.3% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$790K
33 sales · ▼ 6.5% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$451
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.1%

29 state housing + 27 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Melbourne CBD Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
11 km
By Train
Train access via local station
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-35 min

🛣️ Located 11 km from Melbourne CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Whitehorse Road And Mangan Street Balwyn 3103 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Boroondara Local Government Area, which contains Balwyn. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
597 / 100k
2yr Up 27.8% 10yr Up 30.5%
Motor vehicle theft
254 / 100k
2yr Up 114.3% 10yr Up 44.8%
Non-FV assault
157.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.9% 10yr Up 88.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.6% 10yr Up 146.8%
Steal from vehicle
1,010.3 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Boroondara →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
13,312
Census 2021
13,495
▲ 1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$36,920
Personal Income 2021
$44,200
▲ 19.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$44,200 / yr
$850/wk
Household
$102,700 / yr
$1975/wk
Family
$129,584 / yr
$2492/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,961
Born Overseas 6,141

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 2,325
  • 2. India 491
  • 3. Malaysia 450
  • 4. England 321
  • 5. Hong Kong 282
  • 6. Vietnam 196
  • 7. Taiwan 163
  • 8. New Zealand 157
  • 9. Greece 138
  • 10. Singapore 133

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 4,640
English 2,850
Australian 2,273
Irish 1,142
Scottish 896
Italian 710
Indian 611
Greek 564
German 299
Vietnamese 261

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,797
Both parents born in Australia
8,052
Both parents born overseas
1,236
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.4%
Christianity
39.0%
Buddhism
5.6%
Hinduism
4.1%
Islam
1.4%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
454 (3.4%)
5-14 years
1,730 (12.8%)
15-19 years
945 (7.0%)
20-24 years
900 (6.7%)
25-34 years
1,348 (10.0%)
35-44 years
1,678 (12.4%)
45-54 years
1,915 (14.2%)
55-64 years
1,676 (12.4%)
65-74 years
1,404 (10.4%)
75-84 years
937 (6.9%)
85+ years
509 (3.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Balwyn known for? +

Balwyn is a well-established residential suburb in Boroondara, VIC, with a population of approximately 13,495 residents. The suburb is valued for its local schools, parks, and community facilities.

How far is Balwyn from Melbourne CBD? +

Balwyn is approximately 11 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, typically a 20-35 min drive outside peak hours.

Does Balwyn have public transport? +

Balwyn is served by local bus services connecting to the broader VIC network. Nearby train stations provide access to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Balwyn? +

According to the 2021 Census, Balwyn has a population of approximately 13,495 residents.

Is Balwyn a good place to live? +

Balwyn offers a practical and liveable lifestyle with local schools, parks, and shopping. With a median income around $46,889, it attracts a broad demographic mix.

What is the postcode for Balwyn? +

The postcode for Balwyn, VIC is 3103.

What is the average income in Balwyn? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Balwyn is about $850 per week (around $44,200 per year). The median household income is $1,975 per week and the median family income is $2,492 per week.

What is the median house price in Balwyn? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $3,128,000, up 4.3% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $790,000, down 6.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Balwyn? +

The median age in Balwyn is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (1,915 residents, around 14%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Balwyn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Balwyn is part of the Boroondara LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Balwyn? +

In Balwyn, the median weekly rent is $451, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,000 (2021 Census).