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Montmorency

VIC 3094 • Greater Melbourne

9,250
Population (2021)
$107,952
Median Household Income
3.83 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafyVillage FeelBushland

About Montmorency

Montmorency is a leafy, family-oriented suburb located 18 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD in the City of Banyule. With a population of around 9,250, it has a strong community feel characterised by tree-lined streets, generous block sizes, and a village atmosphere. The suburb sits at an elevation of 93 metres and covers 3.8 square kilometres, offering a semi-bushland lifestyle while remaining well-connected to the city.

Known locally as "Monty", the suburb centres around Were Street, which offers cafes, restaurants, and everyday shopping. Montmorency is popular with families thanks to its excellent schools, abundant parks, and proximity to bushland trails along the Plenty River. Hazelhurst Regional Gallery and the Eltham arts precinct are nearby, adding cultural appeal to the area.

Montmorency falls under postcode 3094 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3094
Urban Area
Watsonia
LGA / Council
Banyule
Federal Electorate
Jagajaga
State Electorate
Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.72°, 145.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.83 km²
Elevation
93m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.15M
23 sales · ▼ 1% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$863K
20 sales · ▲ 9.8% 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)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

34 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Montmorency
0.5 km
6 min
Greensborough
2 km
25 min
Eltham
2.5 km
30 min
Watsonia
2.8 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 513 — Eltham to Greensborough 15 min
  • 517 — Montmorency to Ivanhoe 25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
45 min
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Direct Hurstbridge line service to Flinders Street

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Were Street shops and station are walkable from most areas; outer streets are more car-dependent.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
459.6 / 100k
2yr Up 75.2% 10yr Down 29.4%
Motor vehicle theft
296.4 / 100k
2yr Up 128.6% 10yr Up 21.1%
Non-FV assault
215.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 14.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.5 / 100k
2yr Down 67.5% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
1,068.9 / 100k
2yr Up 108.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Banyule →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,960
Census 2021
9,250
▲ 3.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$41,340
Personal Income 2021
$50,128
▲ 21.3% 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
$50,128 / yr
$964/wk
Household
$107,952 / yr
$2076/wk
Family
$132,288 / yr
$2544/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,497
Born Overseas 1,530

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 337
  • 2. New Zealand 107
  • 3. China 81
  • 4. Italy 78
  • 5. India 61
  • 6. Scotland 61
  • 7. Malaysia 57
  • 8. Germany 54
  • 9. United States 46
  • 10. South Africa 37

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,690
Australian 3,391
Irish 1,405
Scottish 1,098
Italian 757
German 426
Chinese 319
Greek 223
Dutch 162
Indian 114

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,451
Both parents born in Australia
2,165
Both parents born overseas
1,394
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.6%
Christianity
40.7%
Islam
0.8%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
579 (6.3%)
5-14 years
1,277 (13.8%)
15-19 years
470 (5.1%)
20-24 years
392 (4.2%)
25-34 years
921 (10.0%)
35-44 years
1,399 (15.1%)
45-54 years
1,297 (14.0%)
55-64 years
1,118 (12.1%)
65-74 years
1,078 (11.7%)
75-84 years
570 (6.2%)
85+ years
148 (1.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montmorency known for? +

Montmorency is known for its leafy village atmosphere, generous block sizes, and strong community feel in Melbourne's north-east. The suburb has a charming local shopping strip and is bordered by the Plenty River corridor with walking and cycling trails.

How far is Montmorency from Melbourne CBD? +

Montmorency is approximately 18 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD. From Montmorency station on the Hurstbridge Line, the journey to Flinders Street takes approximately 35-45 minutes.

Does Montmorency have public transport? +

Montmorency station on the Hurstbridge Line provides regular train services to Melbourne CBD. Local bus routes also connect to Greensborough and surrounding areas.

What is the population of Montmorency? +

According to the 2021 Census, Montmorency has a population of approximately 9,250 residents, a well-established community that has been consistently popular with families for several decades.

Is Montmorency a good place to live? +

Montmorency is highly regarded for its tree-lined streets, village atmosphere, Hurstbridge Line rail access, proximity to Plenty River parklands, and strong local school options. It is a consistently popular choice for families in Melbourne's north-east.

What is the postcode for Montmorency? +

The postcode for Montmorency is 3094.

What is the average income in Montmorency? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Montmorency is about $964 per week (around $50,100 per year). The median household income is $2,076 per week and the median family income is $2,544 per week.

What is the median house price in Montmorency? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,150,000, down 1% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $862,500, up 9.8% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Montmorency? +

The median age in Montmorency is 41. The largest age group is 35–44 (1,399 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Montmorency a safe area? +

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

In Montmorency, the median weekly rent is $420, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).