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Maidstone

VIC 3012 • Greater Melbourne

9,389
Population (2021)
$99,632
Median Household Income
3.16 km²
Area
$381/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalSuburbanAffordableDiverse

About Maidstone

Maidstone is an inner-western suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 9 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Maribyrnong. With a population of 9,389 spread across 3.16 square kilometres, it is a compact and densely settled urban locality at a low elevation of 39 metres. The suburb's median household income sits around $99,600 per year, and a significant 8.2 per cent of dwellings are social housing, reflecting a community that spans a broad range of socioeconomic backgrounds.

Maidstone is one of Melbourne's most culturally rich suburbs, with the largest ancestries being Vietnamese, English, and Chinese — more than 1,200 residents were born in Vietnam, making it a significant hub of Vietnamese culture in the city's west. The suburb borders Sunshine Road and is close to Braybrook and Footscray, giving residents access to vibrant dining, retail and cultural life, as well as connections to the Western Ring Road and public transport links to the CBD. With a median age of 34 and a mix of families and young professionals, Maidstone blends urban accessibility with a lively multicultural community character.

Maidstone falls under postcode 3012 and is governed by Maribyrnong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Footscray (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3012
Urban Area
Maribyrnong
LGA / Council
Maribyrnong
Federal Electorate
Fraser
State Electorate
Footscray (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.78°, 144.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.16 km²
Elevation
39m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$929K
24 sales · ▲ 6.2% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$630K
29 sales · ▲ 0.8% 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)
$381
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.2%

273 state housing + 16 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sunshine
3 km
N/A
Tottenham
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Route 220, 223 — Sunshine Station and Highpoint 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
20-25 min from Sunshine station (multiple lines to Flinders Street)
By Car (Peak)
20-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road and Ballarat Road provide freeway access. Bus connections to Sunshine station are the key transit route.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walking distance to Highpoint Shopping Centre and bus connections; most errands achievable without a car in the suburb's northern parts.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
562.3 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
760.6 / 100k
2yr Up 121.6% 10yr Up 75.4%
Non-FV assault
505.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 58.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr Up 28.4% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
2,746.5 / 100k
2yr Up 92.9% 10yr Up 59.3%
View all offence subgroups for Maribyrnong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,032
Census 2021
9,389
▲ 4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,540
Personal Income 2021
$44,252
▲ 31.9% 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
$44,252 / yr
$851/wk
Household
$99,632 / yr
$1916/wk
Family
$118,196 / yr
$2273/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,684
Born Overseas 4,221

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,261
  • 2. India 442
  • 3. China 237
  • 4. Philippines 204
  • 5. New Zealand 141
  • 6. England 126
  • 7. Malaysia 121
  • 8. Italy 101
  • 9. Pakistan 63
  • 10. Greece 62

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 1,654
English 1,644
Australian 1,528
Chinese 1,186
Irish 559
Italian 489
Scottish 424
Indian 386
Filipino 284
Greek 236

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,108
Both parents born in Australia
5,870
Both parents born overseas
883
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
37.1%
Christianity
34.0%
Buddhism
11.9%
Islam
6.1%
Hinduism
3.5%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
537 (5.7%)
5-14 years
936 (10.0%)
15-19 years
447 (4.8%)
20-24 years
661 (7.0%)
25-34 years
2,196 (23.4%)
35-44 years
1,636 (17.4%)
45-54 years
1,079 (11.5%)
55-64 years
827 (8.8%)
65-74 years
573 (6.1%)
75-84 years
309 (3.3%)
85+ years
184 (2.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maidstone known for? +

Maidstone is known for its proximity to the massive Highpoint Shopping Centre, one of Melbourne's largest, and its diverse multicultural community in the inner west. The suburb has strong Vietnamese, Middle Eastern, and Pacific Islander communities.

How far is Maidstone from Melbourne CBD? +

Maidstone is approximately 9 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD, around a 20-35 minute drive or 20-25 minutes by public transport via bus to Sunshine station then train.

Does Maidstone have public transport? +

Maidstone is served by bus routes connecting to Sunshine station (approximately 3 km) on multiple V/Line and Metro lines, and Tottenham station (approximately 2 km) on the Werribee Line, providing frequent train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Maidstone? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maidstone has a population of approximately 9,389 residents, a large and densely multicultural suburb in the City of Maribyrnong.

Is Maidstone a good place to live? +

Maidstone offers affordable inner-west living with excellent proximity to Highpoint Shopping Centre, good bus connections to train services, and a vibrant multicultural community. It suits first-home buyers, renters, and families seeking value close to the CBD.

What is the postcode for Maidstone? +

The postcode for Maidstone is 3012.

What is the average income in Maidstone? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Maidstone is about $851 per week (around $44,300 per year). The median household income is $1,916 per week and the median family income is $2,273 per week.

What is the median house price in Maidstone? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $929,000, up 6.2% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $630,000, up 0.8% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Maidstone? +

The median age in Maidstone is 34. The largest age group is 25–34 (2,196 residents, around 23%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Maidstone a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maidstone is part of the Maribyrnong 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 Maidstone? +

In Maidstone, the median weekly rent is $381, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).