Olinda

VIC 3788 • Greater Melbourne

1,773
Population (2021)
$44,668
Median Income
17.75 km²
Area
538m
Elevation

About Olinda

Olinda is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Yarra Ranges (Shire) area. With a population of 1,773 and a median income of $44,668, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.75 km² at an elevation of 538m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Situated at an elevation of 538m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Olinda offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Olinda falls under postcode 3788 and is governed by Yarra Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monbulk (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3788
Urban Area
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.85°, 145.38°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
17.75 km²
Elevation
538m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$398
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,738
Census 2021
1,773
2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,064
Income 2021
$44,668
17.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,360
Born Overseas 330

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 114
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. South Africa 18
  • 4. Germany 15
  • 5. United States 13
  • 6. China 9
  • 7. Scotland 9
  • 8. Sri Lanka 8
  • 9. Netherlands 6
  • 10. Thailand 6
  • 11. France 5
  • 12. Malaysia 5
  • 13. Poland 5
  • 14. Singapore 5
  • 15. Canada 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 790
Australian 653
Scottish 244
Irish 231
German 105
Italian 51
Dutch 38
French 32
Polish 24
Chinese 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

936
Both parents born in Australia
415
Both parents born overseas
331
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.6%
Christianity
28.5%
Buddhism
2.1%
Judaism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
87 (4.9%)
5-14 years
230 (13.0%)
15-19 years
94 (5.3%)
20-24 years
73 (4.1%)
25-34 years
154 (8.7%)
35-44 years
224 (12.6%)
45-54 years
300 (16.9%)
55-64 years
265 (14.9%)
65-74 years
244 (13.8%)
75-84 years
80 (4.5%)
85+ years
14 (0.8%)

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