Westmeadows

VIC 3049 • Greater Melbourne

6,502
Population (2021)
$36,088
Median Income
5.01 km²
Area
95m
Elevation

About Westmeadows

Westmeadows is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Hume (City) area. With a population of 6,502 and a median income of $36,088, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.01 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. Westmeadows combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Westmeadows falls under postcode 3049 and is governed by Hume Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Greenvale (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3049
Urban Area
Broadmeadows
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.68°, 144.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.01 km²
Elevation
95m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,848
Census 2021
6,502
11.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,928
Income 2021
$36,088
13.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,297
Born Overseas 1,842

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 201
  • 2. England 122
  • 3. Turkey 98
  • 4. India 85
  • 5. Sri Lanka 75
  • 6. Lebanon 73
  • 7. New Zealand 66
  • 8. Malta 63
  • 9. Philippines 60
  • 10. Pakistan 56
  • 11. Vietnam 54
  • 12. Egypt 50
  • 13. Greece 49
  • 14. China 48
  • 15. Iraq 40

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,579
English 1,552
Italian 859
Irish 560
Scottish 413
Greek 220
Maltese 201
Lebanese 198
German 163
Chinese 136

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,507
Both parents born in Australia
2,836
Both parents born overseas
737
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.1%
No Religion
28.4%
Islam
11.1%
Buddhism
1.5%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
404 (6.2%)
5-14 years
701 (10.8%)
15-19 years
334 (5.1%)
20-24 years
363 (5.6%)
25-34 years
1,015 (15.6%)
35-44 years
904 (13.9%)
45-54 years
750 (11.5%)
55-64 years
800 (12.3%)
65-74 years
711 (10.9%)
75-84 years
390 (6.0%)
85+ years
137 (2.1%)

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