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Brooklyn

VIC 3012 • Greater Melbourne

1,979
Population (2021)
$101,816
Median Household Income
5.47 km²
Area
$391/wk
Median Rent
AffordableIndustrialWorking-ClassWestern Suburbs

About Brooklyn

Brooklyn is an industrial and residential suburb in Melbourne's western suburbs, located approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Brimbank. With a population of 1,979 at the 2021 Census, the suburb covers 5.5 square kilometres at 28 metres elevation and is characterised by a strong industrial presence alongside pockets of residential housing along its eastern fringe near Yarraville. The suburb sits adjacent to the West Gate Freeway and Western Ring Road, making it a key freight and logistics node in Melbourne.

Brooklyn is home to major transport depots, warehouses, and industrial operations that form the backbone of Melbourne's freight network. Residential areas offer some of the city's most affordable housing in close proximity to the CBD, attracting workers in the logistics and trades sectors as well as budget-conscious buyers. The Federation Trail cycling and walking path runs through the suburb, offering a rare green corridor through the industrial landscape. Nearby Sunshine and Tottenham stations provide public transport links, while the Western Ring Road offers fast freeway access across Melbourne.

Brooklyn falls under postcode 3012 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Laverton (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3012
Urban Area
Sunshine
LGA / Council
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Fraser
State Electorate
Laverton (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.81°, 144.84°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.47 km²
Elevation
28m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏢Unit / Apartment
$605K
12 sales · ▼ 8.4% 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)
$391
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,068
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
34 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tottenham Station
2 km
25 min
Sunshine Station
3 km
N/A (bus)
Yarraville Station
3.5 km
N/A (bus)

Bus Services

  • 411 — Sunshine to Laverton via Brooklyn 20 min to Sunshine
  • 414 — Footscray to Laverton 15 min to Footscray

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
20-25 min from Tottenham or Sunshine
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ West Gate Freeway and Western Ring Road provide excellent road access. Multiple nearby train stations serve the suburb.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Mostly industrial with limited local shops. Nearest train stations require a bus or moderate walk. Most residents drive.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
362.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.0% 10yr Down 49.2%
Motor vehicle theft
492.5 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Up 23.9%
Non-FV assault
306.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 18.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,524.3 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Brimbank →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,856
Census 2021
1,979
▲ 6.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,960
Personal Income 2021
$55,328
▲ 45.8% 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
$55,328 / yr
$1064/wk
Household
$101,816 / yr
$1958/wk
Family
$124,540 / yr
$2395/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,142
Born Overseas 705

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 70
  • 2. New Zealand 67
  • 3. Vietnam 63
  • 4. Italy 49
  • 5. England 42
  • 6. China 27
  • 7. Indonesia 22
  • 8. Ireland 18
  • 9. Greece 15
  • 10. North Macedonia 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 460
Australian 371
Italian 188
Irish 155
Scottish 132
Chinese 121
Vietnamese 83
Indian 69
Maltese 59
German 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

600
Both parents born in Australia
983
Both parents born overseas
256
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
38.6%
Christianity
38.2%
Islam
6.9%
Buddhism
3.9%
Hinduism
3.5%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
131 (6.6%)
5-14 years
139 (7.0%)
15-19 years
57 (2.9%)
20-24 years
128 (6.5%)
25-34 years
580 (29.3%)
35-44 years
304 (15.4%)
45-54 years
228 (11.5%)
55-64 years
198 (10.0%)
65-74 years
119 (6.0%)
75-84 years
59 (3.0%)
85+ years
47 (2.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brooklyn VIC a residential suburb? +

Brooklyn is primarily an industrial suburb but does have residential areas, particularly along its eastern fringe. It offers affordable housing close to Melbourne's CBD.

What train line is nearest to Brooklyn VIC? +

Tottenham Station on the Sunbury/Bendigo line is the closest at about 2 km. Sunshine Station, about 3 km away, offers connections on multiple Metro lines.

What is Brooklyn VIC known for? +

Brooklyn is known for its large concentration of freight depots, warehouses, and industrial operations, including the Brooklyn Terminal. It is a major node in Melbourne's logistics network.

What is the median house price in Brooklyn VIC? +

Brooklyn offers some of Melbourne's most affordable suburban housing, with median house prices typically below the broader Melbourne median, reflecting its industrial character.

Is Brooklyn VIC safe? +

Like many industrial suburbs, Brooklyn has lower residential density which affects community amenity. Residential streets on the eastern fringe near Yarraville tend to be quiet and established.

What is the average income in Brooklyn? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Brooklyn is about $1,064 per week (around $55,300 per year). The median household income is $1,958 per week and the median family income is $2,395 per week.

What is the median house price in Brooklyn? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median unit/apartment price is $604,800, down 8.4% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Brooklyn? +

The median age in Brooklyn is 34. The largest age group is 25–34 (580 residents, around 29%). Around 17% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Brooklyn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Brooklyn is part of the Brimbank 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.

What is the population of Brooklyn? +

Brooklyn had a population of 1,979 at the 2021 Census, up 6.6% from 1,856 in 2016.

How much is rent in Brooklyn? +

In Brooklyn, the median weekly rent is $391, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,068 (2021 Census).