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Watsonia

VIC 3087 • Greater Melbourne

5,352
Population (2021)
$46,800
Median Income
2.30 km²
Area
95m
Elevation

About Watsonia

Watsonia is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Banyule (City) area. With a population of 5,352 and a median income of $46,800, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.30 km² at an elevation of 95m, 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. Watsonia combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Watsonia 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
Banyule
Federal Electorate
Jagajaga
State Electorate
Bundoora (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.71°, 145.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.30 km²
Elevation
95m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$385
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,019
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,214
Census 2021
5,352
▲ 2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,608
Income 2021
$46,800
▲ 27.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,038
Born Overseas 1,121

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 117
  • 2. England 108
  • 3. India 100
  • 4. New Zealand 64
  • 5. Malaysia 55
  • 6. Italy 40
  • 7. Iran 33
  • 8. Sri Lanka 33
  • 9. Scotland 28
  • 10. Greece 26
  • 11. Ireland 26
  • 12. Philippines 26
  • 13. South Korea 25
  • 14. Vietnam 25
  • 15. Hong Kong 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,833
English 1,801
Irish 722
Scottish 540
Italian 380
Chinese 280
German 208
Indian 157
Greek 125
Dutch 73

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,822
Both parents born in Australia
1,597
Both parents born overseas
735
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.4%
Christianity
40.5%
Hinduism
2.3%
Islam
1.7%
Buddhism
1.5%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
369 (6.9%)
5-14 years
632 (11.8%)
15-19 years
273 (5.1%)
20-24 years
231 (4.3%)
25-34 years
817 (15.3%)
35-44 years
858 (16.0%)
45-54 years
700 (13.1%)
55-64 years
585 (10.9%)
65-74 years
440 (8.2%)
75-84 years
296 (5.5%)
85+ years
144 (2.7%)

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