Lower Plenty

VIC 3093 • Greater Melbourne

3,962
Population (2021)
$49,660
Median Income
6.82 km²
Area
53m
Elevation

About Lower Plenty

Lower Plenty is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Banyule (City) area. With a population of 3,962 and a median income of $49,660, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 6.82 km² at an elevation of 53m, 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. Lower Plenty combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Lower Plenty falls under postcode 3093 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3093
Urban Area
Watsonia
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.74°, 145.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
6.82 km²
Elevation
53m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    45 Main Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3093

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,891
Census 2021
3,962
1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,236
Income 2021
$49,660
20.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,123
Born Overseas 717

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 133
  • 2. China 95
  • 3. Italy 42
  • 4. New Zealand 30
  • 5. Iran 27
  • 6. Scotland 25
  • 7. Greece 24
  • 8. India 20
  • 9. United States 18
  • 10. Germany 16
  • 11. Ireland 13
  • 12. South Africa 12
  • 13. North Macedonia 11
  • 14. Philippines 11
  • 15. Canada 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,473
Australian 1,280
Irish 523
Scottish 492
Italian 434
Chinese 176
German 154
Greek 125
Macedonian 76
Dutch 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,201
Both parents born in Australia
1,086
Both parents born overseas
547
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.1%
No Religion
42.8%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.6%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
191 (4.8%)
5-14 years
469 (11.8%)
15-19 years
233 (5.9%)
20-24 years
197 (5.0%)
25-34 years
378 (9.5%)
35-44 years
483 (12.2%)
45-54 years
584 (14.7%)
55-64 years
513 (12.9%)
65-74 years
466 (11.8%)
75-84 years
303 (7.6%)
85+ years
150 (3.8%)

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