Hughesdale

VIC 3166 • Greater Melbourne

7,563
Population (2021)
$48,620
Median Income
2.01 km²
Area
56m
Elevation

About Hughesdale

Hughesdale is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Monash (City) area. With a population of 7,563 and a median income of $48,620, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.01 km² at an elevation of 56m, 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. Hughesdale combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Hughesdale falls under postcode 3166 and is governed by Monash Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oakleigh (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3166
Urban Area
Oakleigh
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.90°, 145.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.01 km²
Elevation
56m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$416
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,556
Census 2021
7,563
0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,348
Income 2021
$48,620
33.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,387
Born Overseas 2,960

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 440
  • 2. Greece 401
  • 3. China 387
  • 4. England 142
  • 5. Sri Lanka 104
  • 6. New Zealand 97
  • 7. Italy 82
  • 8. Malaysia 80
  • 9. Vietnam 79
  • 10. Nepal 74
  • 11. Indonesia 68
  • 12. Philippines 68
  • 13. South Korea 66
  • 14. South Africa 46
  • 15. Hong Kong 45

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,690
Australian 1,617
Greek 1,079
Chinese 808
Irish 679
Indian 521
Scottish 521
Italian 421
German 216
Vietnamese 121

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,394
Both parents born in Australia
4,011
Both parents born overseas
921
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.2%
No Religion
37.7%
Hinduism
6.7%
Buddhism
2.6%
Islam
1.2%
Judaism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
353 (4.7%)
5-14 years
828 (10.9%)
15-19 years
385 (5.1%)
20-24 years
581 (7.7%)
25-34 years
1,261 (16.7%)
35-44 years
1,091 (14.4%)
45-54 years
1,098 (14.5%)
55-64 years
856 (11.3%)
65-74 years
532 (7.0%)
75-84 years
371 (4.9%)
85+ years
214 (2.8%)

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