Croydon Hills

VIC 3136 • Greater Melbourne

4,839
Population (2021)
$46,904
Median Income
2.34 km²
Area
136m
Elevation

About Croydon Hills

Croydon Hills is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Maroondah (City) area. With a population of 4,839 and a median income of $46,904, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.34 km² at an elevation of 136m, 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. Croydon Hills combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Croydon Hills falls under postcode 3136 and is governed by Maroondah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Croydon (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3136
Urban Area
Maroondah
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.77°, 145.27°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.34 km²
Elevation
136m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$491
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,093
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,992
Census 2021
4,839
3.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,688
Income 2021
$46,904
21.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,868
Born Overseas 915

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 185
  • 2. England 163
  • 3. South Africa 53
  • 4. New Zealand 45
  • 5. Malaysia 35
  • 6. Scotland 32
  • 7. Sri Lanka 31
  • 8. Germany 24
  • 9. United States 21
  • 10. India 20
  • 11. Netherlands 20
  • 12. Italy 19
  • 13. Iran 14
  • 14. South Korea 14
  • 15. Vietnam 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,885
English 1,881
Scottish 533
Irish 505
Chinese 368
Italian 284
German 250
Dutch 169
Greek 62
Indian 44

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,809
Both parents born in Australia
1,318
Both parents born overseas
646
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.5%
No Religion
44.7%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
225 (4.6%)
5-14 years
651 (13.5%)
15-19 years
365 (7.5%)
20-24 years
341 (7.0%)
25-34 years
436 (9.0%)
35-44 years
585 (12.1%)
45-54 years
751 (15.5%)
55-64 years
751 (15.5%)
65-74 years
476 (9.8%)
75-84 years
211 (4.4%)
85+ years
43 (0.9%)

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