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Chelsea

VIC 3196 • Greater Melbourne

8,347
Population (2021)
$49,452
Median Income
2.63 km²
Area
8m
Elevation

About Chelsea

Chelsea is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Kingston (City) area. With a population of 8,347 and a median income of $49,452, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.63 km² at an elevation of 8m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Chelsea combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Chelsea falls under postcode 3196 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mordialloc (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3196
Urban Area
Chelsea
LGA
Kingston
Federal Electorate
Dunkley
State Electorate
Mordialloc (South-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.05°, 145.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.63 km²
Elevation
8m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    31-33 Bath Street Chelsea 3196 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$375
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,008
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,773
Census 2021
8,347
▲ 7.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,752
Income 2021
$49,452
▲ 31.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,975
Born Overseas 2,038

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 400
  • 2. New Zealand 158
  • 3. India 115
  • 4. Philippines 74
  • 5. Scotland 71
  • 6. China 68
  • 7. South Africa 61
  • 8. Ireland 56
  • 9. Italy 54
  • 10. Mauritius 50
  • 11. Germany 45
  • 12. Greece 39
  • 13. Sri Lanka 36
  • 14. Thailand 36
  • 15. United States 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,180
Australian 2,576
Irish 1,109
Scottish 883
Italian 475
German 337
Greek 275
Chinese 233
Dutch 170
Indian 153

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,909
Both parents born in Australia
2,770
Both parents born overseas
1,267
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.7%
Christianity
42.4%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
534 (6.4%)
5-14 years
894 (10.7%)
15-19 years
302 (3.6%)
20-24 years
323 (3.9%)
25-34 years
1,205 (14.4%)
35-44 years
1,311 (15.7%)
45-54 years
1,156 (13.8%)
55-64 years
948 (11.4%)
65-74 years
829 (9.9%)
75-84 years
531 (6.4%)
85+ years
307 (3.7%)

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