Viewbank

VIC 3084 • Greater Melbourne

7,030
Population (2021)
$42,952
Median Income
4.55 km²
Area
48m
Elevation

About Viewbank

Viewbank is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Banyule (City) area. With a population of 7,030 and a median income of $42,952, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.55 km² at an elevation of 48m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Viewbank combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Viewbank falls under postcode 3084 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ivanhoe (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3084
Urban Area
Heidelberg
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.74°, 145.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.55 km²
Elevation
48m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$451
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,171
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,923
Census 2021
7,030
1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,568
Income 2021
$42,952
20.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,749
Born Overseas 2,170

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 452
  • 2. India 209
  • 3. England 180
  • 4. Italy 144
  • 5. Malaysia 109
  • 6. Greece 99
  • 7. Vietnam 68
  • 8. Sri Lanka 67
  • 9. New Zealand 61
  • 10. Hong Kong 55
  • 11. Iran 44
  • 12. South Korea 35
  • 13. South Africa 32
  • 14. Germany 31
  • 15. Lebanon 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,830
Australian 1,783
Chinese 974
Italian 753
Irish 636
Scottish 510
Greek 358
Indian 308
German 219
Macedonian 121

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,827
Both parents born in Australia
3,281
Both parents born overseas
788
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.6%
No Religion
42.6%
Hinduism
3.0%
Buddhism
2.0%
Islam
1.6%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
315 (4.5%)
5-14 years
1,124 (16.0%)
15-19 years
476 (6.8%)
20-24 years
342 (4.9%)
25-34 years
451 (6.4%)
35-44 years
954 (13.6%)
45-54 years
1,093 (15.5%)
55-64 years
819 (11.7%)
65-74 years
693 (9.9%)
75-84 years
589 (8.4%)
85+ years
170 (2.4%)

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