Bayswater

VIC 3153 • Greater Melbourne

12,262
Population (2021)
$40,820
Median Income
7.93 kmΒ²
Area
117m
Elevation
Inner SuburbanGentrifyingRiversideTrendy

About Bayswater

Bayswater is an inner suburban gem of over 15,000 residents, located just 7 kilometres northeast of Perth's CBD along the Swan River. The suburb has experienced significant gentrification, transforming from industrial origins into a trendy enclave while retaining working-class charm. Bayswater train station provides excellent city access on the Midland line.

The suburb has become a favourite of young professionalsβ€”craft breweries, cafes, and boutique dining have proliferated along King William Street. The Swan River foreshore offers walking trails and kayaking. Bayswater attracts young professionals seeking inner suburban lifestyle, families wanting proximity to the city, and those who appreciate emerging neighbourhoods with character.

Bayswater falls under postcode 3153 and is governed by Knox Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bayswater (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

πŸ“ Location

State
Postcode
3153
Urban Area
Wantrina - Rowville - Ferntree Gully
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.85Β°, 145.26Β°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
7.93 kmΒ²
Elevation
117m

πŸ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    659 Mountain Highway Bayswater 3153 VIC
  • ALDI
    10 - 14 High Street, Bayswater VIC 3153

πŸŽ“ Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$375
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,820
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years

πŸ‘₯ Demographics

Census 2016
11,758
Census 2021
12,262
4.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,332
Income 2021
$40,820
22.5% increase

Income Comparison

πŸ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
πŸ’° Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,483
Born Overseas 4,288

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 664
  • 2. India 485
  • 3. England 325
  • 4. Malaysia 249
  • 5. Philippines 225
  • 6. Germany 180
  • 7. Sri Lanka 178
  • 8. Hong Kong 177
  • 9. New Zealand 152
  • 10. Vietnam 123
  • 11. Netherlands 76
  • 12. South Korea 75
  • 13. Iran 70
  • 14. Singapore 70
  • 15. South Africa 66

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,669
Australian 3,300
Chinese 1,579
Scottish 1,012
Irish 920
German 612
Indian 560
Italian 413
Dutch 322
Filipino 300

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,720
Both parents born in Australia
5,568
Both parents born overseas
1,391
One parent AU, one overseas

πŸ› Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.8%
Christianity
39.0%
Hinduism
4.0%
Buddhism
3.9%
Islam
1.2%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

πŸ“Š Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
710 (5.8%)
5-14 years
1,294 (10.6%)
15-19 years
557 (4.5%)
20-24 years
718 (5.9%)
25-34 years
2,013 (16.4%)
35-44 years
1,948 (15.9%)
45-54 years
1,496 (12.2%)
55-64 years
1,323 (10.8%)
65-74 years
1,097 (8.9%)
75-84 years
758 (6.2%)
85+ years
349 (2.8%)

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