Selby

VIC 3159 • Greater Melbourne

1,626
Population (2021)
$46,696
Median Income
6.56 km²
Area
244m
Elevation

About Selby

Selby is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Yarra Ranges (Shire) area. With a population of 1,626 and a median income of $46,696, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 6.56 km² at an elevation of 244m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Situated at an elevation of 244m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Selby offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Selby falls under postcode 3159 and is governed by Yarra Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monbulk (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3159
Urban Area
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.92°, 145.38°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
6.56 km²
Elevation
244m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,983
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,652
Census 2021
1,626
1.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,960
Income 2021
$46,696
23.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,323
Born Overseas 247

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 95
  • 2. New Zealand 16
  • 3. United States 16
  • 4. South Africa 10
  • 5. Germany 8
  • 6. Netherlands 8
  • 7. France 7
  • 8. India 7
  • 9. Japan 6
  • 10. Bangladesh 5
  • 11. Scotland 5
  • 12. Brazil 4
  • 13. China 4
  • 14. Croatia 4
  • 15. Poland 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 697
Australian 672
Irish 224
Scottish 201
German 109
Dutch 74
Italian 66
Hungarian 23
Polish 23
French 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

911
Both parents born in Australia
347
Both parents born overseas
296
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
66.6%
Christianity
25.4%
Judaism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
99 (6.1%)
5-14 years
216 (13.3%)
15-19 years
124 (7.6%)
20-24 years
79 (4.9%)
25-34 years
165 (10.1%)
35-44 years
259 (15.9%)
45-54 years
249 (15.3%)
55-64 years
212 (13.0%)
65-74 years
151 (9.3%)
75-84 years
66 (4.1%)
85+ years
12 (0.7%)

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