Rye

VIC 3941 • Greater Melbourne

9,438
Population (2021)
$36,504
Median Income
17.82 km²
Area
31m
Elevation

About Rye

Rye is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Mornington Peninsula (Shire) area. With a population of 9,438 and a median income of $36,504, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.82 km² at an elevation of 31m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Rye combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Rye falls under postcode 3941 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nepean (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3941
Urban Area
Mornington - South
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.39°, 144.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
17.82 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Nepean Highway And Ozone Street Rye 3941 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$372
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,416
Census 2021
9,438
12.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,860
Income 2021
$36,504
26.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,118
Born Overseas 1,430

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 369
  • 2. Italy 169
  • 3. New Zealand 125
  • 4. Greece 121
  • 5. Germany 52
  • 6. Scotland 49
  • 7. Ireland 36
  • 8. Netherlands 36
  • 9. Philippines 31
  • 10. Croatia 30
  • 11. United States 27
  • 12. Malaysia 22
  • 13. China 21
  • 14. India 19
  • 15. South Africa 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,895
Australian 3,283
Irish 1,259
Scottish 1,057
Italian 592
German 324
Greek 272
Dutch 187
Australian Aboriginal 92
Chinese 88

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,447
Both parents born in Australia
1,930
Both parents born overseas
1,129
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.2%
Christianity
41.0%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
398 (4.2%)
5-14 years
971 (10.3%)
15-19 years
376 (4.0%)
20-24 years
347 (3.7%)
25-34 years
857 (9.1%)
35-44 years
967 (10.2%)
45-54 years
1,290 (13.7%)
55-64 years
1,480 (15.7%)
65-74 years
1,564 (16.6%)
75-84 years
876 (9.3%)
85+ years
314 (3.3%)

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