Melton West

VIC 3337 • Greater Melbourne

8,784
Population (2021)
$33,072
Median Income
26.19 km²
Area
163m
Elevation

About Melton West

Melton West is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Melton (City) area. With a population of 8,784 and a median income of $33,072, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 26.19 km² at an elevation of 163m, 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. Melton West combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Melton West falls under postcode 3337 and is governed by Melton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Melton (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3337
Urban Area
Melton
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.66°, 144.54°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
26.19 km²
Elevation
163m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Melton Regional Shopping Centre Cnr Western Highway & Coburns Road Melton West 3337 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
17,589
Census 2021
8,784
50.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,488
Income 2021
$33,072
1.2% decrease

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,946
Born Overseas 2,327

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 297
  • 2. England 246
  • 3. New Zealand 213
  • 4. Philippines 133
  • 5. Malta 103
  • 6. Vietnam 59
  • 7. Samoa 55
  • 8. Myanmar 52
  • 9. Pakistan 50
  • 10. Bangladesh 46
  • 11. China 46
  • 12. Italy 46
  • 13. Thailand 46
  • 14. Scotland 42
  • 15. Germany 35

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,748
Australian 2,639
Scottish 657
Irish 654
Italian 439
Maltese 432
German 327
Indian 312
Filipino 197
Australian Aboriginal 191

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,772
Both parents born in Australia
3,389
Both parents born overseas
1,080
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.6%
No Religion
35.5%
Islam
4.1%
Hinduism
2.9%
Buddhism
1.7%
Sikhism
1.6%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
538 (6.1%)
5-14 years
1,315 (15.0%)
15-19 years
620 (7.1%)
20-24 years
523 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,138 (13.0%)
35-44 years
1,263 (14.4%)
45-54 years
1,137 (12.9%)
55-64 years
993 (11.3%)
65-74 years
858 (9.8%)
75-84 years
326 (3.7%)
85+ years
75 (0.9%)

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