Carlton
VIC 3053 • Greater Melbourne
About Carlton
Carlton is Melbourne's Italian heartland and university precinct, a dense inner suburb of 16,000 just 1.5 kilometres from the CBD. Multiple tram routes serve the area, while the University of Melbourne and RMIT bring significant student populations. Lygon Street remains Melbourne's most famous dining strip, though the suburb has gentrified significantly.
Lygon Street's trattorias and cafes define Melbourne's cafe culture origins, while the Melbourne Museum and Carlton Gardens provide cultural and recreational anchors. The housing mix includes heritage terrace homes and modern apartments. Carlton attracts students, academics, professionals, and Italian-Australian families who want walkable urban living in Melbourne's most culturally significant inner suburb.
Carlton falls under postcode 3053 and is governed by Melbourne Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Melbourne (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsLygon Court 368 - 380 Lygon Street Carlton 3053 VIC
Schools
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215 Rathdowne Street
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Neill Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 2,243
- 2. India 798
- 3. Malaysia 620
- 4. England 337
- 5. Vietnam 319
- 6. Indonesia 318
- 7. New Zealand 305
- 8. Italy 213
- 9. Hong Kong 208
- 10. Philippines 179
- 11. United States 171
- 12. Thailand 154
- 13. Singapore 153
- 14. South Korea 145
- 15. Sri Lanka 139
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