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Watsonia North

VIC 3087 • Greater Melbourne

3,799
Population (2021)
$107,588
Median Household Income
1.45 km²
Area
$401/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanEstablishedUniversity PrecinctLeafy

About Watsonia North

Watsonia North is a small residential suburb located approximately 18 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD, within the City of Banyule. With a population of around 3,799 (2021 Census), it is a quiet, predominantly residential area bordered by Greensborough to the north and Watsonia to the south. The suburb has a mix of post-war homes and newer townhouse developments, attracting both long-term residents and younger buyers.

The suburb benefits from proximity to the Watsonia Village shopping strip and Greensborough Plaza, one of the largest shopping centres in Melbourne’s north-east. Green spaces include nearby Gresswell Forest and various local parks. Watsonia North is popular with families and older couples seeking a peaceful suburban setting with good access to schools and public transport. La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus is just minutes away.

Watsonia North falls under postcode 3087 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bundoora (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3087
Urban Area
Watsonia
LGA / Council
Banyule
Federal Electorate
Jagajaga
State Electorate
Bundoora (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.70°, 145.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
1.45 km²
Elevation
75m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$864K
7 sales · ▼ 6.2% 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)
$401
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,050
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

11 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Watsonia Station
1 km
12 min
Greensborough Station
2.2 km
27 min
Macleod Station
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 518 — Watsonia to Eltham via Greensborough 15-20 min
  • 520 — Greensborough to Northland 20 min
  • 561 — Macleod to La Trobe University 10 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
35-40 min via Hurstbridge Line
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 min

🛣️ Watsonia Station provides frequent trains to Flinders Street via the Hurstbridge Line

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops at Watsonia Village are accessible on foot for some residents. The suburb is hilly in parts which affects walkability.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Banyule Local Government Area, which contains Watsonia North. 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
3,814
Census 2021
3,799
▼ 0.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,360
Personal Income 2021
$43,160
▲ 22.1% 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
$43,160 / yr
$830/wk
Household
$107,588 / yr
$2069/wk
Family
$123,240 / yr
$2370/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,885
Born Overseas 848

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 96
  • 2. Italy 89
  • 3. England 73
  • 4. Greece 63
  • 5. India 60
  • 6. New Zealand 42
  • 7. Malaysia 36
  • 8. Sri Lanka 32
  • 9. Philippines 27
  • 10. Iran 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,168
English 1,075
Italian 543
Irish 480
Scottish 340
Greek 238
Chinese 217
German 108
Macedonian 89
Indian 87

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,985
Both parents born in Australia
1,303
Both parents born overseas
443
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.1%
No Religion
38.1%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.6%
Sikhism
0.6%
Islam
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
223 (5.9%)
5-14 years
471 (12.4%)
15-19 years
188 (4.9%)
20-24 years
204 (5.4%)
25-34 years
471 (12.4%)
35-44 years
540 (14.2%)
45-54 years
490 (12.9%)
55-64 years
428 (11.3%)
65-74 years
439 (11.6%)
75-84 years
284 (7.5%)
85+ years
62 (1.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Watsonia North known for? +

Watsonia North is a quiet residential suburb adjacent to Watsonia in Melbourne's north-east, sharing access to the Hurstbridge Line via Watsonia station and benefiting from the same leafy, family-friendly character as the surrounding Banyule suburbs.

How far is Watsonia North from Melbourne CBD? +

Watsonia North is approximately 18 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD. Watsonia station on the Hurstbridge Line (approximately 1-2 km) provides train services to Flinders Street in about 35-40 minutes.

Does Watsonia North have public transport? +

Watsonia North is served by local bus routes connecting to Watsonia station on the Hurstbridge Line, approximately 1-2 kilometres away, providing regular train services to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Watsonia North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Watsonia North has a population of approximately 3,799 residents, a quiet established suburb in the City of Banyule.

Is Watsonia North a good place to live? +

Watsonia North offers quiet, established living in Melbourne's north-east with bus access to Watsonia train station and proximity to the Banyule Flats wetland reserve. It suits families and professionals seeking affordable north-east Melbourne living.

What is the postcode for Watsonia North? +

The postcode for Watsonia North is 3087.

What is the average income in Watsonia North? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Watsonia North is about $830 per week (around $43,200 per year). The median household income is $2,069 per week and the median family income is $2,370 per week.

What is the median house price in Watsonia North? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $863,500, down 6.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Watsonia North? +

The median age in Watsonia North is 41. The largest age group is 35–44 (540 residents, around 14%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Watsonia North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Watsonia North 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 Watsonia North? +

In Watsonia North, the median weekly rent is $401, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,050 (2021 Census).