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Kalkallo

VIC 3064 • Greater Melbourne

5,548
Population (2021)
$106,444
Median Household Income
7.02 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbNew DevelopmentMulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffordable

About Kalkallo

Kalkallo is a fast-growing outer suburb located approximately 30 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD, within the City of Hume local government area. Set on the basalt plains at an elevation of 237 metres and covering around 7 square kilometres, the suburb forms part of Melbourne's expanding northern growth corridor alongside Craigieburn and Mickleham. With a population of 5,548, a median age of just 30, and an average household size of 3.2, Kalkallo is one of the region's youngest and most family-dominated communities.

Kalkallo has a notably multicultural character, with Indian, English, Italian, and Filipino communities well represented — reflecting the diversity typical of Melbourne's northern growth areas. While local retail and community infrastructure continue to mature, residents have ready access to the established Craigieburn Town Centre and its rail connection on the Craigieburn line into the city. Affordable new housing, parks and open space, and the energy of a young, growing community make Kalkallo an appealing destination for first-home buyers and families seeking space to grow.

Kalkallo falls under postcode 3064 and is governed by Hume Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalkallo (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3064
Urban Area
Craigieburn - Sunbury
LGA / Council
Hume
Federal Electorate
Mcewen
State Electorate
Kalkallo (Northern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.53°, 144.96°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
7.02 km²
Elevation
237m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Kalkallo for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$638K
104 sales · ▲ 1.2% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
30 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Donnybrook
6 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited route — Craigieburn Town Centre 20-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest usable station is Craigieburn (~12km away)
By Car (Peak)
40-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) provides the main road connection. Growth corridor with expanding services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A new development suburb with limited established amenities; car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Hume Local Government Area, which contains Kalkallo. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
251.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 66.4%
Motor vehicle theft
514.6 / 100k
2yr Up 88.6% 10yr Down 13.5%
Non-FV assault
287.6 / 100k
2yr Up 10.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr Down 45.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
1,209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 80.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Hume →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
105
Census 2021
5,548
▲ 5183.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$28,600
Personal Income 2021
$47,840
▲ 67.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$47,840 / yr
$920/wk
Household
$106,444 / yr
$2047/wk
Family
$105,716 / yr
$2033/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,577
Born Overseas 2,630

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 1,409
  • 2. Philippines 156
  • 3. New Zealand 122
  • 4. Iraq 98
  • 5. Pakistan 98
  • 6. Sri Lanka 68
  • 7. Samoa 51
  • 8. England 45
  • 9. Nepal 39
  • 10. Fiji 31

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 1,113
Australian 917
English 706
Italian 283
Filipino 233
Irish 157
Scottish 130
Samoan 127
Macedonian 98
Chinese 91

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,067
Both parents born in Australia
3,748
Both parents born overseas
381
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
29.8%
Sikhism
24.6%
No Religion
17.9%
Hinduism
10.2%
Islam
8.2%
Buddhism
2.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
794 (14.3%)
5-14 years
803 (14.5%)
15-19 years
186 (3.4%)
20-24 years
314 (5.7%)
25-34 years
1,568 (28.3%)
35-44 years
1,137 (20.5%)
45-54 years
367 (6.6%)
55-64 years
230 (4.1%)
65-74 years
113 (2.0%)
75-84 years
35 (0.6%)
85+ years
7 (0.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kalkallo known for? +

Kalkallo is known as one of Melbourne's northern growth corridor suburbs, undergoing rapid residential development. It has a multicultural community reflecting the diversity typical of Melbourne's outer northern areas, with large new housing estates on basalt plains.

How far is Kalkallo from Melbourne CBD? +

Kalkallo is approximately 30 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 40-60 minute drive via the Hume Freeway during peak hour.

Does Kalkallo have public transport? +

Public transport in Kalkallo is limited, with developing bus services connecting to Craigieburn Town Centre. The nearest usable train station is Craigieburn, approximately 12 kilometres away on the Craigieburn Line. A car is currently essential.

What is the population of Kalkallo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kalkallo has a population of approximately 5,548 residents, a figure that has grown rapidly in recent years as housing estates continue to develop.

Is Kalkallo a good place to live? +

Kalkallo suits families seeking affordable new housing in Melbourne's outer north, with the Hume Freeway providing road access to the CBD. As a growth suburb, amenities are still developing, but the area's multicultural character and new infrastructure make it an emerging option for first-home buyers.

What is the postcode for Kalkallo? +

The postcode for Kalkallo is 3064.

What is the average income in Kalkallo? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kalkallo is about $920 per week (around $47,800 per year). The median household income is $2,047 per week and the median family income is $2,033 per week.

What is the median house price in Kalkallo? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $637,500, up 1.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Kalkallo? +

The median age in Kalkallo is 30. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,568 residents, around 28%). Around 32% of residents are under 20 and about 3% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kalkallo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kalkallo is part of the Hume LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Kalkallo? +

In Kalkallo, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).