Darley

VIC 3340 • Greater Melbourne

9,190
Population (2021)
$42,692
Median Income
26.95 km²
Area
161m
Elevation

About Darley

Darley is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Moorabool (Shire) area. With a population of 9,190 and a median income of $42,692, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 26.95 km² at an elevation of 161m, 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. Darley combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Darley falls under postcode 3340 and is governed by Moorabool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3340
Urban Area
Moorabool
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.64°, 144.42°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
26.95 km²
Elevation
161m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,372
Census 2021
9,190
9.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,944
Income 2021
$42,692
22.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,597
Born Overseas 1,276

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 300
  • 2. India 157
  • 3. New Zealand 118
  • 4. Scotland 51
  • 5. Malta 44
  • 6. Netherlands 40
  • 7. Germany 37
  • 8. Italy 29
  • 9. South Africa 27
  • 10. United States 23
  • 11. Philippines 22
  • 12. Vietnam 22
  • 13. Ireland 20
  • 14. Singapore 20
  • 15. Greece 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,807
English 3,693
Irish 1,042
Scottish 1,023
Italian 398
German 366
Maltese 356
Dutch 245
Australian Aboriginal 169
Indian 147

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,729
Both parents born in Australia
1,894
Both parents born overseas
1,226
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.0%
Christianity
43.3%
Hinduism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
583 (6.3%)
5-14 years
1,361 (14.8%)
15-19 years
596 (6.5%)
20-24 years
539 (5.9%)
25-34 years
1,217 (13.2%)
35-44 years
1,260 (13.7%)
45-54 years
1,262 (13.7%)
55-64 years
1,120 (12.2%)
65-74 years
799 (8.7%)
75-84 years
307 (3.3%)
85+ years
135 (1.5%)

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