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Seabrook

VIC 3028 • Greater Melbourne

4,952
Population (2021)
$106,184
Median Household Income
1.62 km²
Area
$361/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlySuburbanMid-Range

About Seabrook

Seabrook is a compact residential suburb in Melbourne's western corridor, located within the City of Hobsons Bay approximately 18 kilometres south-west of the CBD. Covering just 1.6 square kilometres at a low elevation near Port Phillip Bay, the suburb sits alongside Altona and Point Cook in an area undergoing continued residential growth. Seabrook recorded a population of 4,952 at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 37 and a median household income of $2,042 per week — above the national average — reflecting a working and professional family demographic.

Seabrook is one of Melbourne's more culturally diverse western suburbs, with significant Indian, Chinese, Maltese, Greek, and Italian communities alongside its Anglo-Australian residents, and nearly 40 per cent of residents born overseas. The suburb appeals strongly to families, with the 35–44 age bracket being the largest cohort and good access to local primary schools. Proximity to the Princes Freeway and West Gate Freeway provides connections to the CBD and the western employment corridor, while the nearby Altona coastline offers recreational opportunities for residents.

Seabrook falls under postcode 3028 and is governed by Hobsons Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Point Cook (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3028
Urban Area
Altona
LGA / Council
Hobsons Bay
Federal Electorate
Gellibrand
State Electorate
Point Cook (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.88°, 144.76°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
1.62 km²
Elevation
12m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$745K
13 sales · ▼ 3.2% 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)
$361
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,803
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

14 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Laverton
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Route 412, 415 — Laverton station and Williams Landing 8-12 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
30-40 min from Laverton station (Werribee Line to Flinders Street)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
22-32 min

🛣️ Westgate Freeway and Western Ring Road provide road access. Bus to Laverton station for Werribee Line.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb with limited local shops; bus service to Laverton station provides good transit access.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
321 / 100k
2yr Up 32.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
427.3 / 100k
2yr Up 180.1% 10yr Up 69.2%
Non-FV assault
262.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 34.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.2 / 100k
2yr Up 190.3% 10yr Up 189.4%
Steal from vehicle
1,317.1 / 100k
2yr Up 64.4% 10yr Up 23.3%
View all offence subgroups for Hobsons Bay →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,124
Census 2021
4,952
▼ 3.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,568
Personal Income 2021
$42,796
▲ 20.3% 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
$42,796 / yr
$823/wk
Household
$106,184 / yr
$2042/wk
Family
$114,452 / yr
$2201/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,853
Born Overseas 1,901

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 464
  • 2. China 191
  • 3. England 107
  • 4. Philippines 86
  • 5. Vietnam 84
  • 6. New Zealand 83
  • 7. Malta 50
  • 8. Lebanon 39
  • 9. Croatia 37
  • 10. Malaysia 37

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,075
English 1,037
Indian 487
Chinese 390
Irish 309
Italian 270
Scottish 269
Maltese 244
Greek 140
Filipino 124

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,405
Both parents born in Australia
2,790
Both parents born overseas
548
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.1%
No Religion
31.7%
Hinduism
8.5%
Islam
5.6%
Buddhism
2.7%
Sikhism
0.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
317 (6.4%)
5-14 years
724 (14.6%)
15-19 years
299 (6.0%)
20-24 years
245 (4.9%)
25-34 years
639 (12.9%)
35-44 years
825 (16.7%)
45-54 years
697 (14.1%)
55-64 years
644 (13.0%)
65-74 years
353 (7.1%)
75-84 years
166 (3.4%)
85+ years
44 (0.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seabrook known for? +

Seabrook is a modern residential suburb in Melbourne's western corridor, known for its family-oriented community and proximity to Laverton's Werribee Line train station for CBD access. The suburb offers newer housing stock at western Melbourne prices.

How far is Seabrook from Melbourne CBD? +

Seabrook is approximately 25 kilometres west of Melbourne CBD. By bus to Laverton station then train, the journey to the CBD takes approximately 30-40 minutes on the Werribee Line.

Does Seabrook have public transport? +

Seabrook is served by bus routes connecting to Laverton station (approximately 2 km) on the Werribee Line, providing regular train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Seabrook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Seabrook has a population of approximately 4,952 residents, a well-established residential suburb in the City of Hobsons Bay.

Is Seabrook a good place to live? +

Seabrook suits families seeking modern housing in Melbourne's west with Werribee Line rail access via Laverton station. The suburb has good local parks and is within proximity of Point Cook's growing retail precinct.

What is the postcode for Seabrook? +

The postcode for Seabrook is 3028.

What is the average income in Seabrook? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Seabrook is about $823 per week (around $42,800 per year). The median household income is $2,042 per week and the median family income is $2,201 per week.

What is the median house price in Seabrook? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $745,000, down 3.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Seabrook? +

The median age in Seabrook is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (825 residents, around 17%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Seabrook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Seabrook is part of the Hobsons Bay 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 Seabrook? +

In Seabrook, the median weekly rent is $361, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,803 (2021 Census).