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St Helena

VIC 3088 • Greater Melbourne

2,890
Population (2021)
$117,312
Median Household Income
1.64 km²
Area
$163/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyEstablishedLeafySchoolsQuiet

About St Helena

St Helena is a quiet residential suburb in Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs, situated within the City of Banyule approximately 18 kilometres from the CBD. With a population of around 2,890, it is a well-established area characterised by leafy streets and generous block sizes. The suburb has a median age of 46 and strong household incomes, reflecting its appeal to established families and professionals. St Helena sits on elevated ground near the Plenty River corridor, offering a peaceful suburban setting.

St Helena is prized by families for its excellent schools, including St Helena Secondary College and several well-regarded primary schools. The suburb features extensive parkland, including Banyule Reserve and connections to the Plenty River Trail for walking and cycling. While local shops are limited, comprehensive shopping is available at nearby Greensborough Plaza. With a significant Italian-Australian community alongside English and Australian heritage, St Helena has a strong community feel with an established, family-oriented character.

St Helena falls under postcode 3088 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3088
Urban Area
Watsonia
LGA / Council
Banyule
Federal Electorate
Jagajaga
State Electorate
Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.69°, 145.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
1.64 km²
Elevation
101m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.07M
5 sales · ▼ 13% 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)
$163
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.9%

19 state housing + 50 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Greensborough
2.5 km
30 min
Eltham
3 km
36 min
Watsonia
2.8 km
34 min

Bus Services

  • 517 — Eltham to Northland via St Helena 20 min to Eltham
  • 518 — Greensborough to Eltham 10 min to Greensborough

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
40-45 min from Greensborough
By Bus
Bus to station then train, ~55 min total
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 min

🛣️ No train station within the suburb. Most residents drive to Greensborough or Eltham station for city-bound trains on the Hurstbridge line.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban area with some bus services but limited walkable destinations. Most residents rely on cars for daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    214 Aquaduct Roads St Helena 3088 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
459.6 / 100k
2yr Up 75.2% 10yr Down 29.4%
Motor vehicle theft
296.4 / 100k
2yr Up 128.6% 10yr Up 21.1%
Non-FV assault
215.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 14.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.5 / 100k
2yr Down 67.5% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
1,068.9 / 100k
2yr Up 108.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Banyule →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,923
Census 2021
2,890
▼ 1.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,624
Personal Income 2021
$48,100
▲ 21.4% 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
$48,100 / yr
$925/wk
Household
$117,312 / yr
$2256/wk
Family
$138,632 / yr
$2666/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,278
Born Overseas 512

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 102
  • 2. Italy 50
  • 3. China 38
  • 4. New Zealand 24
  • 5. India 22
  • 6. Iran 21
  • 7. South Africa 20
  • 8. Greece 19
  • 9. Malaysia 14
  • 10. Croatia 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,039
Australian 934
Italian 376
Irish 340
Scottish 287
Chinese 98
German 98
Greek 93
Maltese 76
Macedonian 65

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,618
Both parents born in Australia
808
Both parents born overseas
346
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.0%
No Religion
40.6%
Hinduism
1.4%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
122 (4.2%)
5-14 years
382 (13.2%)
15-19 years
157 (5.4%)
20-24 years
161 (5.6%)
25-34 years
218 (7.5%)
35-44 years
361 (12.5%)
45-54 years
356 (12.3%)
55-64 years
459 (15.9%)
65-74 years
366 (12.7%)
75-84 years
200 (6.9%)
85+ years
111 (3.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Helena known for? +

St Helena is known for its quiet, leafy residential character and strong local school options in Melbourne's north-east. The suburb has a peaceful, established family atmosphere with good access to regional bushland reserves.

How far is St Helena from Melbourne CBD? +

St Helena is approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 30-40 minute drive. The nearest train access is via Greensborough or Eltham on the Hurstbridge Line.

Does St Helena have public transport? +

St Helena is served by local bus routes connecting to Greensborough and surrounding areas. Greensborough station on the Hurstbridge Line (approximately 4-5 km) provides train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of St Helena? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Helena has a population of approximately 2,890 residents, an established, well-regarded family suburb in the City of Banyule.

Is St Helena a good place to live? +

St Helena offers a quiet, leafy lifestyle in Melbourne's north-east with good schools, strong community spirit, and easy access to regional bushland and the Hurstbridge Line via nearby Greensborough. It suits families who value peace and nature.

What is the postcode for St Helena? +

The postcode for St Helena is 3088.

What is the average income in St Helena? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in St Helena is about $925 per week (around $48,100 per year). The median household income is $2,256 per week and the median family income is $2,666 per week.

What is the median house price in St Helena? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,070,000, down 13% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of St Helena? +

The median age in St Helena is 46. The largest age group is 55–64 (459 residents, around 16%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is St Helena a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Helena is part of the Banyule 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 St Helena? +

In St Helena, the median weekly rent is $163, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).