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Keilor Downs

VIC 3038 • Greater Melbourne

9,857
Population (2021)
$81,016
Median Household Income
5.02 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanFamily-FriendlyMulticulturalEstablishedAffordable

About Keilor Downs

Keilor Downs is an established residential suburb in Melbourne's north-west, approximately 20 kilometres from the CBD, falling within the City of Brimbank local government area. The 2021 Census recorded 9,857 residents — a slight decline of 1.4% from 9,995 in 2016 — reflecting the suburb's mature, settled character rather than rapid greenfield growth. With a median taxable income of around $48,762 per year, the suburb attracts working families, blue-collar professionals, and long-term owner-occupiers who value its proximity to the Western Ring Road and its established retail and community infrastructure.

Keilor Downs Plaza on Taylors Road is the suburb's commercial hub, anchored by a Coles supermarket and a range of specialty retailers and services that meet most everyday needs locally. The suburb is well-served educationally, with Keilor Downs College, Keilor Views Primary School, Taylors Lakes Primary School, and the independent Overnewton Anglican Community College all within the postcode area. Nearby Organ Pipes National Park offers a striking natural attraction, while the Western Ring Road and the Sunbury train line at nearby Keilor Plains station provide practical transport connections to Melbourne's CBD and outer suburbs.

Keilor Downs falls under postcode 3038 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the St Albans (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3038
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA / Council
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
St Albans (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.72°, 144.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.02 km²
Elevation
88m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$889K
28 sales · ▲ 14.8% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$534K
6 sales · ▼ 11.1% 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)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.7%

116 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Watergardens
3 km
N/A
Keilor Plains
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 421, 422 — Watergardens and Keilor Plains station 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
35-40 min from Keilor Plains station (Sunbury Line to Flinders Street)
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road and Calder Freeway provide freeway access. Good bus connections to Sunbury Line.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Keilor Downs Plaza is walkable for many residents; most errands achievable locally but car used for larger trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Keilor Downs Plaza Shopping Centre Taylors Road Keilor Downs 3038 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brimbank Local Government Area, which contains Keilor Downs. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,995
Census 2021
9,857
▼ 1.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,104
Personal Income 2021
$30,472
▲ 16.7% 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
$30,472 / yr
$586/wk
Household
$81,016 / yr
$1558/wk
Family
$91,572 / yr
$1761/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,334
Born Overseas 4,070

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 520
  • 2. North Macedonia 351
  • 3. India 259
  • 4. Greece 246
  • 5. Croatia 235
  • 6. Malta 216
  • 7. Italy 214
  • 8. Philippines 142
  • 9. New Zealand 124
  • 10. China 93

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,495
English 1,237
Italian 1,042
Vietnamese 763
Greek 745
Maltese 679
Macedonian 517
Chinese 476
Croatian 466
Irish 308

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,120
Both parents born in Australia
6,276
Both parents born overseas
1,002
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.4%
No Religion
20.5%
Islam
6.6%
Buddhism
5.2%
Sikhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
483 (4.9%)
5-14 years
1,028 (10.4%)
15-19 years
538 (5.5%)
20-24 years
613 (6.2%)
25-34 years
1,249 (12.7%)
35-44 years
1,157 (11.7%)
45-54 years
1,145 (11.6%)
55-64 years
1,455 (14.8%)
65-74 years
1,341 (13.6%)
75-84 years
633 (6.4%)
85+ years
210 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Keilor Downs known for? +

Keilor Downs is known as an established multicultural suburb anchored by Keilor Downs Plaza on Taylors Road, offering a Coles supermarket, specialty retail, and services. The suburb has a strong community character with diverse cultural influences.

How far is Keilor Downs from Melbourne CBD? +

Keilor Downs is approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD. By train from Keilor Plains station on the Sunbury Line, the journey to Flinders Street takes around 35-40 minutes.

Does Keilor Downs have public transport? +

Keilor Downs is served by local bus routes connecting to Keilor Plains station (approximately 2.5 km) and Watergardens station (approximately 3 km) on the Sunbury Line, providing regular train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Keilor Downs? +

According to the 2021 Census, Keilor Downs has a population of approximately 9,857 residents, making it one of the more populous suburbs in the City of Brimbank, with a notably multicultural demographic.

Is Keilor Downs a good place to live? +

Keilor Downs offers affordable established housing, good local shopping at Keilor Downs Plaza, and reasonable access to Melbourne via train or freeway. It suits multicultural families and first-home buyers looking for value in Melbourne's north-west.

What is the postcode for Keilor Downs? +

The postcode for Keilor Downs is 3038.

What is the average income in Keilor Downs? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Keilor Downs is about $586 per week (around $30,500 per year). The median household income is $1,558 per week and the median family income is $1,761 per week.

What is the median house price in Keilor Downs? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $888,800, up 14.8% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $533,500, down 11.1% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Keilor Downs? +

The median age in Keilor Downs is 43. The largest age group is 55–64 (1,455 residents, around 15%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 22% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Keilor Downs a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Keilor Downs is part of the Brimbank 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 Keilor Downs? +

In Keilor Downs, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).