Doreen

VIC 3754 • Greater Melbourne

27,122
Population (2021)
$48,256
Median Income
32.24 kmΒ²
Area
176m
Elevation
Growth SuburbSemi-Rural FeelFamily-FriendlyGreen Edges

About Doreen

Doreen has transformed from semi-rural paddocks into a thriving growth suburb of 27,000 in Nillumbik, 29 kilometres northeast of Melbourne's CBD. The Mernda train line extension has dramatically improved connectivity, while the suburb retains some rural character at its edges. Newer estates blend contemporary homes with established properties on larger lots near the Plenty River.

This is growth-suburb living at its most appealingβ€”modern homes on reasonable blocks, with genuine green edges and river valley access. Shopping at Laurimar Town Centre serves daily needs, while proximity to Mernda station has improved commuting options. Doreen attracts young families and upgraders seeking the outer northeast's blend of space, nature proximity, and improving infrastructure in one of Melbourne's more attractive growth corridors.

Doreen falls under postcode 3754 and is governed by Nillumbik Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

πŸ“ Location

State
Postcode
3754
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60Β°, 145.14Β°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
32.24 kmΒ²
Elevation
176m

πŸ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    95 Hazel Glen Drive Doreen 3754 VIC

πŸŽ“ Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$397
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
33 years

πŸ‘₯ Demographics

Census 2016
21,298
Census 2021
27,122
27.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,288
Income 2021
$48,256
16.9% increase

Income Comparison

πŸ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
πŸ’° Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 21,045
Born Overseas 5,402

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 1,066
  • 2. England 666
  • 3. New Zealand 312
  • 4. Sri Lanka 307
  • 5. Iran 215
  • 6. Italy 207
  • 7. Philippines 168
  • 8. South Africa 164
  • 9. Malaysia 163
  • 10. China 118
  • 11. Egypt 102
  • 12. Pakistan 86
  • 13. Zimbabwe 86
  • 14. United States 76
  • 15. North Macedonia 73

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 9,673
English 8,960
Irish 2,729
Italian 2,593
Scottish 2,266
Indian 1,305
German 826
Greek 717
Macedonian 580
Maltese 476

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

14,710
Both parents born in Australia
8,130
Both parents born overseas
3,539
One parent AU, one overseas

πŸ› Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.2%
No Religion
41.8%
Hinduism
3.6%
Islam
1.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Sikhism
1.5%
Judaism
0.1%

πŸ“Š Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,318 (8.5%)
5-14 years
4,977 (18.4%)
15-19 years
1,844 (6.8%)
20-24 years
1,334 (4.9%)
25-34 years
3,760 (13.9%)
35-44 years
5,047 (18.6%)
45-54 years
3,524 (13.0%)
55-64 years
2,066 (7.6%)
65-74 years
1,551 (5.7%)
75-84 years
621 (2.3%)
85+ years
90 (0.3%)

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