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Plumpton

VIC 3037 • Victoria

79
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Growth SuburbNew DevelopmentFamily-FriendlyOuter Metropolitan
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About Plumpton

Plumpton is a developing outer suburban locality in Melbourne's north-west, situated within the City of Melton local government area approximately 30 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. The locality shares postcode 3037 with Sydenham and sits on the urban growth frontier where new residential estates are rapidly transforming the landscape. At the 2021 Census the recorded population was 79, reflecting its status as an early-stage development area, though planning projections indicate the locality is expected to accommodate a substantial residential community once fully built out. The median taxable income for the postcode is approximately $58,531 in line with the broader Melton growth corridor.

Plumpton is part of Melbourne's expanding western fringe, where new land releases are delivering large family homes on generous blocks to first-home buyers and growing families seeking affordable outer-suburban living. Watergardens Town Centre, approximately 3 kilometres to the south-east in Sydenham, is the nearest major retail and lifestyle hub, offering supermarkets, specialty stores, and dining. Watergardens Station provides rail access into the Melbourne CBD via the Sunbury line, making the area increasingly attractive to commuters. Caroline Springs, with its established town centre, schools, and community facilities, is also close by, and the broader Melton corridor continues to attract significant infrastructure investment.

Plumpton falls under postcode 3037 and is governed by the Melton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gorton, while state elections fall under the Sydenham (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3037
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Melton
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
Sydenham (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.72°, 144.78°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.42 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3037

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3037, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,570
Median 2023–24
$58,531
▲ 18.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,540

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3037; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Watergardens Station
3 km
N/A — car or bus recommended
Diggers Rest Station
6 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Route 475 / 483 — Diggers Rest Station / Sunbury Station Varies by route and stop

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
Drive or bus to Watergardens Station, then approx. 40–45 min to Flinders Street on the Sunbury Line
By Car (Peak)
45–70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30–40 min

🛣️ Western Ring Road and Calder Freeway are the main arterials; Watergardens is the primary transport hub for the area

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Plumpton is an emerging outer suburban locality with limited footpaths and no local retail strip yet; a car is essential for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
79
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
305 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 58.2%
Motor vehicle theft
295.2 / 100k
2yr Up 104.8% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
189.8 / 100k
2yr Up 12.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 41.4%
Steal from vehicle
752.3 / 100k
2yr Up 60.6% 10yr Down 27.4%
View all offence subgroups for Melton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Plumpton known for? +

Plumpton is known as part of Melbourne's rapidly expanding north-western growth corridor within the City of Melton. New residential estates are transforming the area, attracting first-home buyers and families seeking affordable homes close to Watergardens Town Centre and public transport.

How far is Plumpton from Melbourne CBD? +

Plumpton is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, around a 45 to 70 minute drive during peak hour, or accessible by train via Watergardens Station on the Sunbury Line in approximately 40 to 45 minutes.

Does Plumpton have public transport? +

Plumpton is served by bus routes connecting to Watergardens Station and the Sunbury–Diggers Rest area. Watergardens Station, approximately 3 kilometres away, provides regular Metro Trains services into the Melbourne CBD on the Sunbury Line.

What is the population of Plumpton? +

At the 2021 Census, Plumpton recorded a population of 79 residents, reflecting its early-stage development status. The locality is expected to grow significantly as surrounding land releases are completed.

Is Plumpton a good place to live? +

Plumpton offers an affordable entry point into Melbourne's property market for families and first-home buyers, with good proximity to Watergardens Town Centre, schools in Caroline Springs, and Sunbury Line rail access. As development matures, local amenities and infrastructure are expected to improve substantially.

What is the postcode for Plumpton? +

The postcode for Plumpton, Victoria is 3037, which is shared with Sydenham and nearby localities.

Is Plumpton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Plumpton is part of the Melton 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.