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Parkville

VIC 3052 • Greater Melbourne

7,074
Population (2021)
$98,020
Median Household Income
4.05 km²
Area
$396/wk
Median Rent
Student-HubInner-CityLeafyMulticulturalCBD-Adjacent

About Parkville

Parkville is an inner-city suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 2 kilometres north of the CBD within the City of Melbourne local government area. With a population of 7,074, the suburb is home to one of Australia's most youthful communities, with a median age of just 26 reflecting its strong student and early-career population. The presence of the University of Melbourne, the Royal Melbourne Hospital, and other major institutions shapes the suburb's dense, vibrant character — housing ranging from Victorian terraces and heritage apartment buildings to modern student accommodation.

Parkville is anchored by Royal Park, Melbourne's largest inner-city park, which provides expansive green space including bushland, sports ovals, and the Melbourne Zoo. The suburb benefits from excellent public transport connections, with tram routes and cycle paths linking residents directly to the CBD. Cafés, bars, and eateries cluster along Flemington Road and neighbouring Parkville precincts, catering to the suburb's largely academic and professional community. Its leafy streets, cultural institutions, and proximity to the city centre make it one of Melbourne's most characterful inner-northern addresses.

Parkville falls under postcode 3052 and is governed by Melbourne Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Melbourne (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3052
Urban Area
Melbourne - Central
LGA / Council
Melbourne
Federal Electorate
Melbourne
State Electorate
Melbourne (Northern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.79°, 144.95°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.05 km²
Elevation
36m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$2.02M
6 sales · ▲ 23.3% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$508K
26 sales · ▼ 7.7% 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)
$396
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
26 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Parkville
0.5 km
6 min
Melbourne Central
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Route 401, 500, 505, 546 — Melbourne CBD and university precincts 5-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
2 km
By Train
5-8 min from Parkville station (Metro Tunnel)
By Car (Peak)
10-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-15 min

🛣️ Parkville station on the Metro Tunnel (opened 2025) provides excellent city access. Also walkable to CBD.

Walkability Very Walkable

Extremely walkable inner-city suburb; Melbourne CBD, University of Melbourne, and Royal Parade amenities all accessible on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
550.4 / 100k
2yr Up 22.3% 10yr Down 10.8%
Motor vehicle theft
785.3 / 100k
2yr Up 73.2% 10yr Up 76.2%
Non-FV assault
1,345.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 14.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
26.2 / 100k
2yr Down 19.7% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
2,849.7 / 100k
2yr Up 154.0% 10yr Up 99.5%
View all offence subgroups for Melbourne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,409
Census 2021
7,074
▼ 4.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$22,724
Personal Income 2021
$30,472
▲ 34.1% 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
$30,472 / yr
$586/wk
Household
$98,020 / yr
$1885/wk
Family
$133,484 / yr
$2567/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,109
Born Overseas 2,647

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 342
  • 2. England 237
  • 3. India 193
  • 4. Malaysia 184
  • 5. New Zealand 156
  • 6. United States 95
  • 7. Singapore 85
  • 8. Hong Kong 84
  • 9. Vietnam 80
  • 10. Indonesia 58

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,068
Australian 1,760
Irish 974
Chinese 935
Scottish 730
Italian 324
German 297
Indian 278
Vietnamese 130
Greek 116

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,669
Both parents born in Australia
3,066
Both parents born overseas
984
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
55.9%
Christianity
26.1%
Islam
3.9%
Buddhism
3.3%
Hinduism
2.4%
Judaism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
178 (2.5%)
5-14 years
292 (4.1%)
15-19 years
1,238 (17.5%)
20-24 years
1,519 (21.5%)
25-34 years
1,654 (23.4%)
35-44 years
724 (10.2%)
45-54 years
415 (5.9%)
55-64 years
365 (5.2%)
65-74 years
321 (4.5%)
75-84 years
222 (3.1%)
85+ years
149 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parkville known for? +

Parkville is known as the home of the University of Melbourne — Australia's top-ranked university — as well as the Royal Melbourne Hospital, the Melbourne Zoo, and stunning heritage precinct of Flemington Road and Royal Parade. It has a prestigious academic and medical character.

How far is Parkville from Melbourne CBD? +

Parkville is approximately 2 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 10-20 minute walk or 5-8 minutes by train via Parkville station on the Metro Tunnel.

Does Parkville have public transport? +

Parkville is exceptionally well-served by public transport, with Parkville station on the Metro Tunnel providing direct CBD access. Multiple bus routes serve the university, hospital, and zoo precincts.

What is the population of Parkville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Parkville has a population of approximately 7,074 residents, a mix of academics, medical professionals, students, and established residents in one of Melbourne's most unique suburbs.

Is Parkville a good place to live? +

Parkville is an exceptional inner-city suburb with world-class institutions, historic tree-lined boulevards, and excellent transport. It suits academics, medical professionals, and those who value proximity to Melbourne University and CBD.

What is the postcode for Parkville? +

The postcode for Parkville is 3052.

What is the average income in Parkville? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Parkville is about $586 per week (around $30,500 per year). The median household income is $1,885 per week and the median family income is $2,567 per week.

What is the median house price in Parkville? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $2,025,000, up 23.3% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $507,500, down 7.7% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Parkville? +

The median age in Parkville is 26. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,654 residents, around 23%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Parkville a safe area? +

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

In Parkville, the median weekly rent is $396, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).