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Ravenhall

VIC 3023 • Greater Melbourne

2,295
Population (2021)
$50,232
Median Household Income
13.65 km²
Area
$1500/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralWestern CorridorGrowth SuburbIndustrial

About Ravenhall

Ravenhall is a rural locality in Melbourne's western growth corridor, situated within the City of Melton approximately 22 kilometres west of the Melbourne CBD. Covering around 13.7 square kilometres at an elevation of 71 metres, the locality sits between the established suburb of Deer Park to the east and the rapidly expanding Melton urban area to the west. Ravenhall is home to the Ravenhall Correctional Centre, which opened in 2017 and is a significant presence in the locality; as a result, the suburb's census demographics largely reflect the prison population rather than a typical residential community.

Beyond the correctional facility, the Ravenhall area is part of Melbourne's fast-expanding western corridor, with new residential estates, schools, and community infrastructure developing across nearby suburbs such as Caroline Springs, Burnside, and Rockbank. Deer Park railway station, approximately 4 kilometres to the east, provides connections to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station on the Ballarat and Sunbury lines, making the broader area accessible for commuters. The Western Ring Road and Western Freeway are close at hand, and the Caroline Springs town centre offers a full range of retail, dining, and services for residents in the corridor.

Ravenhall falls under postcode 3023 and is governed by Melton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kororoit (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3023
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Melton
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
Kororoit (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.77°, 144.74°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
13.65 km²
Elevation
71m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$1,500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,492
Avg Household Size
1.2 people
Median Age
33 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Deer Park
4.5 km
N/A (drive recommended)
Caroline Springs
5.5 km
N/A (drive recommended)

Bus Services

  • Metro bus routes (western Melbourne) — Deer Park, Sunshine, Caroline Springs 10-20 min to Deer Park or Caroline Springs

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
Drive to Deer Park Station then ~30-35 min to Southern Cross via Ballarat/Sunbury Line
By Car (Peak)
35 – 55 min via Western Ring Road (M80) or Western Freeway (M8)
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 – 35 min

🛣️ Access via Western Ring Road (M80) and Western Freeway (M8); Deer Park Station is the most practical rail option

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Ravenhall is a rural locality with no retail centre or footpath network; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Melton Local Government Area, which contains Ravenhall. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,157
Census 2021
2,295
▲ 98.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$58,500
Personal Income 2021
$44,148
▼ 24.5% decrease

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$44,148 / yr
$849/wk
Household
$50,232 / yr
$966/wk
Family
$64,948 / yr
$1249/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,742
Born Overseas 523

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 73
  • 2. New Zealand 68
  • 3. China 23
  • 4. Malaysia 22
  • 5. India 21
  • 6. England 14
  • 7. Italy 11
  • 8. Afghanistan 9
  • 9. Greece 9
  • 10. Iran 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 5
English 5
Greek 3

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

0
Both parents born in Australia
11
Both parents born overseas
0
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
0.4%
No Religion
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
0 (0.0%)
5-14 years
0 (0.0%)
15-19 years
48 (2.1%)
20-24 years
298 (13.0%)
25-34 years
881 (38.4%)
35-44 years
647 (28.2%)
45-54 years
291 (12.7%)
55-64 years
100 (4.4%)
65-74 years
20 (0.9%)
75-84 years
14 (0.6%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ravenhall known for? +

Ravenhall is primarily known as the location of the Ravenhall Correctional Centre, a major prison facility that opened in 2017. The surrounding locality is part of Melbourne's rapidly growing western corridor, with new residential and commercial development expanding across nearby suburbs.

How far is Ravenhall from Melbourne CBD? +

Ravenhall is approximately 22 kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD. By car, the trip takes around 25–35 minutes off-peak and 35–55 minutes in peak traffic via the Western Ring Road (M80) or Western Freeway (M8).

Does Ravenhall have public transport? +

Ravenhall itself has limited public transport. Metro bus services connect the area to Deer Park and Sunshine, and Deer Park railway station (approximately 4.5 km away) provides connections to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station on the Ballarat and Sunbury lines. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Ravenhall? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ravenhall has a recorded population of 2,295 residents. However, this figure is significantly influenced by the Ravenhall Correctional Centre, which accommodates the majority of persons counted in the locality's census data.

Is Ravenhall a good place to live? +

Ravenhall as a residential neighbourhood is limited in scope, though the surrounding western Melbourne corridor offers growing communities in nearby Caroline Springs, Deer Park, and Burnside. These adjacent areas have well-established amenities, schools, and retail precincts accessible to residents in the broader Ravenhall locality.

What is the postcode for Ravenhall? +

The postcode for Ravenhall is 3023, shared with several suburbs in Melbourne's western growth corridor in Victoria.

What is the average income in Ravenhall? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Ravenhall is about $849 per week (around $44,100 per year). The median household income is $966 per week and the median family income is $1,249 per week.

What is the age profile of Ravenhall? +

The median age in Ravenhall is 33. The largest age group is 25–34 (881 residents, around 38%). Around 2% of residents are under 20 and about 1% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Ravenhall a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ravenhall 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.

How much is rent in Ravenhall? +

In Ravenhall, the median weekly rent is $1,500, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,492 (2021 Census).