Fitzroy
VIC 3065 • Greater Melbourne
About Fitzroy
Fitzroy is Melbourne's original bohemian suburb, located just 2 kilometres north of the CBD in Yarra. Brunswick Street and Smith Street form iconic commercial strips lined with bars, galleries, and vintage stores. Heritage terraces sit alongside public housing, creating Melbourne's most eclectic streetscape.
This is Melbourne's creative heart—artists, musicians, and progressives have called Fitzroy home for generations. The pub scene is legendary, street art covers every lane, and the dining ranges from grungy to fine. Fitzroy attracts creative professionals, LGBTQ+ community members, and anyone seeking authentic urban culture.
Fitzroy falls under postcode 3065 and is governed by Yarra Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Richmond (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesJohnston Street Fitzroy 3065 VIC -
Woolworths243 Smith Street Fitzroy 3065 VIC -
ALDIJohnston Street 247, Fitzroy VIC 3065
Schools
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88 Nicholson Street
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319 George Street
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107 King William Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 473
- 2. Vietnam 340
- 3. New Zealand 318
- 4. China 218
- 5. United States 159
- 6. Malaysia 97
- 7. Ireland 74
- 8. France 66
- 9. Scotland 59
- 10. Germany 58
- 11. Italy 58
- 12. Greece 56
- 13. India 55
- 14. South Africa 44
- 15. Canada 42
Ancestry 2021 Census
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