Wattle Glen

VIC 3096 • Greater Melbourne

1,911
Population (2021)
$44,200
Median Income
8.99 km²
Area
90m
Elevation

About Wattle Glen

Wattle Glen is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Nillumbik (Shire) area. With a population of 1,911 and a median income of $44,200, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 8.99 km² at an elevation of 90m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Wattle Glen is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Wattle Glen falls under postcode 3096 and is governed by Nillumbik Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3096
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.67°, 145.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
8.99 km²
Elevation
90m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,961
Census 2021
1,911
2.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,228
Income 2021
$44,200
33.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,603
Born Overseas 271

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 92
  • 2. Scotland 16
  • 3. New Zealand 12
  • 4. Philippines 11
  • 5. Ireland 9
  • 6. South Africa 9
  • 7. Germany 8
  • 8. Thailand 8
  • 9. Netherlands 6
  • 10. Wales 6
  • 11. Italy 5
  • 12. United States 5
  • 13. Cambodia 4
  • 14. China 4
  • 15. Greece 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 838
Australian 806
Irish 286
Scottish 256
Italian 124
German 80
Dutch 39
Greek 33
Maltese 29
Filipino 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,245
Both parents born in Australia
391
Both parents born overseas
243
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
57.3%
Christianity
37.3%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
89 (4.7%)
5-14 years
231 (12.1%)
15-19 years
134 (7.0%)
20-24 years
144 (7.5%)
25-34 years
221 (11.6%)
35-44 years
195 (10.2%)
45-54 years
270 (14.1%)
55-64 years
296 (15.5%)
65-74 years
166 (8.7%)
75-84 years
108 (5.7%)
85+ years
57 (3.0%)

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