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Tullamarine

VIC 3043 • Greater Melbourne

6,733
Population (2021)
$73,008
Median Household Income
7.49 km²
Area
$355/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanMulticulturalAffordableCommuter Belt

About Tullamarine

Tullamarine is a suburb in Melbourne’s north-west, located approximately 17 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Brimbank. Best known as the home of Melbourne Airport, the suburb has a population of 6,733 with a median age of 39. The median household income of $1,404 per week reflects its working-class character, with the area combining established residential streets and significant commercial and aviation-related activity across its 7.5 square kilometres.

Tullamarine’s proximity to Melbourne Airport supports a range of logistics, transport, and hospitality businesses, making it a practical base for those employed in the aviation and freight sectors. The suburb has a notably multicultural character, with Italian and Greek ancestries among the strongest alongside English and Australian heritage — a legacy of post-war migration to the area. Major arterials including the Tullamarine Freeway and Western Ring Road provide strong connectivity to the Melbourne CBD and across the broader metropolitan area.

Tullamarine falls under postcode 3043 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sunbury (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3043
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA / Council
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Maribyrnong
State Electorate
Sunbury (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.70°, 144.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
7.49 km²
Elevation
92m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$800K
21 sales · ▲ 10.4% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$535K
23 sales · ▼ 6.3% 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)
$355
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.1%

26 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Broadmeadows
4.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 478, 479, 901 — Broadmeadows Station / Melbourne Airport / Sunbury 10-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
19 km
By Train
Bus to Broadmeadows then train to City Loop, approx 40-55 min total
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-28 min

🛣️ Adjacent to Melbourne Airport; Western Ring Road and Tullamarine Freeway (M2) provide direct freeway access to the CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Tullamarine is an industrial and residential suburb adjacent to Melbourne Airport where a car is required for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
362.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.0% 10yr Down 49.2%
Motor vehicle theft
492.5 / 100k
2yr Up 91.6% 10yr Up 23.9%
Non-FV assault
306.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 18.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 17.2%
Steal from vehicle
1,524.3 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Brimbank →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,605
Census 2021
6,733
▲ 1.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,448
Personal Income 2021
$37,752
▲ 16.3% 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
$37,752 / yr
$726/wk
Household
$73,008 / yr
$1404/wk
Family
$93,392 / yr
$1796/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,099
Born Overseas 2,284

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 219
  • 2. India 215
  • 3. Lebanon 121
  • 4. Greece 114
  • 5. New Zealand 105
  • 6. England 101
  • 7. Philippines 99
  • 8. Sri Lanka 86
  • 9. Malta 60
  • 10. Egypt 58

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,508
Australian 1,391
Italian 988
Irish 519
Greek 408
Scottish 395
Lebanese 253
Maltese 245
Indian 220
German 153

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,314
Both parents born in Australia
3,336
Both parents born overseas
737
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.9%
No Religion
24.1%
Islam
4.6%
Hinduism
2.2%
Buddhism
2.1%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
396 (5.9%)
5-14 years
620 (9.2%)
15-19 years
257 (3.8%)
20-24 years
371 (5.5%)
25-34 years
1,202 (17.9%)
35-44 years
981 (14.6%)
45-54 years
793 (11.8%)
55-64 years
763 (11.3%)
65-74 years
766 (11.4%)
75-84 years
469 (7.0%)
85+ years
123 (1.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tullamarine known for? +

Tullamarine is synonymous with Melbourne Airport, one of Australia's busiest international airports. The suburb also offers affordable residential housing for families working in the aviation, logistics, and airport-related industries.

How far is Tullamarine from Melbourne CBD? +

Tullamarine is approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, around a 20-30 minute drive via the Tullamarine Freeway.

Does Tullamarine have public transport? +

Tullamarine is served by the SkyBus shuttle to Melbourne CBD and local bus routes. Rail access is available from nearby Broadmeadows station on the Craigieburn Line. The Sky Rail from CBD to the airport opened in 2025.

What is the population of Tullamarine? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tullamarine has a population of approximately 6,733 residents, a diverse suburb shaped by its proximity to Melbourne Airport.

Is Tullamarine a good place to live? +

Tullamarine is practical for those working at or near Melbourne Airport, offering affordable housing with Tullamarine Freeway access to the city. Aircraft noise is a factor for some areas. The suburb suits airport workers, logistics employees, and budget-conscious families.

What is the postcode for Tullamarine? +

The postcode for Tullamarine is 3043.

What is the average income in Tullamarine? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Tullamarine is about $726 per week (around $37,800 per year). The median household income is $1,404 per week and the median family income is $1,796 per week.

What is the median house price in Tullamarine? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $800,000, up 10.4% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $535,000, down 6.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Tullamarine? +

The median age in Tullamarine is 39. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,202 residents, around 18%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Tullamarine a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tullamarine is part of the Brimbank 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 Tullamarine? +

In Tullamarine, the median weekly rent is $355, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).