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Kealba

VIC 3021 • Greater Melbourne

3,226
Population (2021)
$80,184
Median Household Income
2.57 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
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About Kealba

Kealba is a multicultural suburban locality in Melbourne's western corridor, located approximately 15 kilometres west of the CBD within the City of Brimbank. The suburb covers 2.6 square kilometres and is home to 3,226 residents, with a median age of 39 and a median household income of around $80,000 per year. Kealba is one of Melbourne's most culturally diverse suburbs, with significant Vietnamese, Italian, Maltese, Croatian, and Macedonian communities — nearly 60 per cent of households have at least one parent born overseas.

The suburb is primarily residential in character, featuring a mix of post-war brick homes and more recent infill developments typical of Melbourne's established western suburbs. Kealba adjoins St Albans to the east, providing residents with access to the busy St Albans shopping strip and transport hub, while Sunshine Town Centre and the Sunbury rail line stations at Keilor Plains and St Albans are within easy reach. Good access to the Western Ring Road makes Kealba practical for car commuters, and community parks and sporting facilities serve the suburb's vibrant multicultural population.

Kealba falls under postcode 3021 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the St Albans (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3021
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA / Council
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Fraser
State Electorate
St Albans (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.74°, 144.83°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.57 km²
Elevation
61m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Keilor Plains
2 km
25 min
St Albans
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Multiple Brimbank bus routes — St Albans, Sunshine, Keilor Plains 10-20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
~30 min from Keilor Plains or St Albans to Melbourne Central (Sunbury Line)
By Car (Peak)
30-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road nearby; bus connection to Sunbury Line stations required from most of Kealba

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car or bus; limited walkable retail within Kealba itself, though St Albans shopping strip is accessible nearby

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
362.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.0% 10yr Down 49.2%
Motor vehicle theft
492.5 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Up 23.9%
Non-FV assault
306.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 18.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,524.3 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Brimbank →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.6%

7 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,194
Census 2021
3,226
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,004
Personal Income 2021
$34,216
▲ 14.0% 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
$34,216 / yr
$658/wk
Household
$80,184 / yr
$1542/wk
Family
$91,780 / yr
$1765/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,873
Born Overseas 1,185

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 308
  • 2. Italy 63
  • 3. Malta 47
  • 4. India 46
  • 5. Iraq 46
  • 6. New Zealand 45
  • 7. North Macedonia 44
  • 8. England 39
  • 9. Croatia 37
  • 10. Greece 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 606
English 498
Vietnamese 437
Italian 347
Maltese 166
Irish 156
Chinese 153
Greek 131
Scottish 125
Croatian 114

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

756
Both parents born in Australia
1,885
Both parents born overseas
411
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.8%
No Religion
24.3%
Buddhism
8.4%
Islam
4.4%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
181 (5.6%)
5-14 years
374 (11.6%)
15-19 years
170 (5.3%)
20-24 years
197 (6.1%)
25-34 years
509 (15.8%)
35-44 years
432 (13.4%)
45-54 years
416 (12.9%)
55-64 years
397 (12.3%)
65-74 years
383 (11.9%)
75-84 years
134 (4.2%)
85+ years
38 (1.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kealba known for? +

Kealba is known for its rich multicultural character, with significant Vietnamese, Italian, Maltese, Croatian, and Macedonian communities making it one of the most culturally diverse suburbs in Melbourne's west. It is a well-established residential suburb in the City of Brimbank adjacent to the St Albans shopping hub.

How far is Kealba from Melbourne CBD? +

Kealba is approximately 15 kilometres west of the Melbourne CBD, typically a 30 to 50 minute drive in peak hour, or around 35 to 40 minutes by public transport using bus connections to the Sunbury Line.

Does Kealba have public transport? +

Kealba is served by local Brimbank bus routes connecting to St Albans and Keilor Plains railway stations, both on the Sunbury Line to Melbourne CBD. Trains from these stations take approximately 30 minutes to Melbourne Central.

What is the population of Kealba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kealba has a population of 3,226 residents with a median age of 39. The suburb is notable for its high proportion of overseas-born residents, with Vietnam, Italy, Malta, Iraq, and Croatia among the top countries of birth.

Is Kealba a good place to live? +

Kealba offers affordable suburban living in Melbourne's established west, with a strong multicultural community, reasonable access to public transport via St Albans and Keilor Plains, and proximity to the Sunshine Town Centre. It suits families and working households looking for value in Melbourne's western suburbs.

What is the postcode for Kealba? +

The postcode for Kealba is 3021.