Strathmore Heights
VIC 3041 • Greater Melbourne
About Strathmore Heights
Strathmore Heights is a compact residential suburb in Melbourne's north-west, situated approximately 12 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Moonee Valley local government area. With a population of 1,047 at the 2021 Census, the suburb covers just 0.7 square kilometres and sits at an elevation of 74 metres. The community has a settled, established character with a median age of 42 and a median household income of around $1,975 per week, reflecting its appeal to families and long-term residents. Ancestry data highlights a diverse European background, with strong Italian, Greek, and Maltese communities alongside English, Irish, and Australian-born residents.
Strathmore Heights borders the busier commercial strip of Strathmore and enjoys easy access to Airport West shopping centre and the retail precinct along Pascoe Vale Road. The suburb's proximity to the Tullamarine Freeway makes commuting convenient, and city buses connect residents to the Strathmore and Glenroy train stations on the Craigieburn Line. The area is predominantly low-density residential, with a mix of post-war brick homes and more recent infill development. Its quiet streets, modest parklands, and close-knit neighbourhood feel make it particularly popular with families and established residents looking for an affordable foothold in the inner-north-west.
Strathmore Heights falls under postcode 3041 and is governed by Moonee Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Essendon (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Property Prices June quarter 2025
Median sale prices in Strathmore Heights for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.
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
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 527, 531 — Strathmore Station / Essendon 10-15 min
- Route 901 (SmartBus) — Airport West to Mordialloc varies
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Good access via Tullamarine Freeway and Pascoe Vale Road; Craigieburn Line trains run frequently
Some errands can be done on foot near Strathmore's commercial strip, but most daily shopping requires a short drive or bus trip
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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112 Keilor Road
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Moonee Valley Local Government Area, which contains Strathmore Heights. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 32
- 2. Greece 16
- 3. Italy 16
- 4. England 15
- 5. New Zealand 12
- 6. Turkey 11
- 7. Sri Lanka 10
- 8. Malaysia 8
- 9. Malta 8
- 10. Germany 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)