Kew East

VIC 3102 • Greater Melbourne

6,620
Population (2021)
$54,236
Median Income
4.07 km²
Area
23m
Elevation

About Kew East

Kew East is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Boroondara (City) area. With a population of 6,620 and a median income of $54,236, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.07 km² at an elevation of 23m, 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. Kew East combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Kew East falls under postcode 3102 and is governed by Boroondara Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kew (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3102
Urban Area
Boroondara
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.79°, 145.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.07 km²
Elevation
23m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$471
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,635
Census 2021
6,620
0.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,472
Income 2021
$54,236
24.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,624
Born Overseas 1,847

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 321
  • 2. England 165
  • 3. India 141
  • 4. Italy 120
  • 5. Greece 109
  • 6. Malaysia 103
  • 7. Vietnam 101
  • 8. New Zealand 88
  • 9. Hong Kong 80
  • 10. South Africa 40
  • 11. Germany 38
  • 12. Sri Lanka 37
  • 13. Taiwan 32
  • 14. Indonesia 30
  • 15. Singapore 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,823
Australian 1,611
Chinese 883
Irish 805
Italian 734
Scottish 605
Greek 513
Indian 206
German 201
Vietnamese 149

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,777
Both parents born in Australia
2,724
Both parents born overseas
945
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.6%
No Religion
41.8%
Buddhism
2.3%
Hinduism
2.1%
Judaism
0.8%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
303 (4.6%)
5-14 years
885 (13.4%)
15-19 years
482 (7.3%)
20-24 years
438 (6.6%)
25-34 years
664 (10.0%)
35-44 years
817 (12.3%)
45-54 years
978 (14.8%)
55-64 years
891 (13.5%)
65-74 years
618 (9.3%)
75-84 years
383 (5.8%)
85+ years
163 (2.5%)

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