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Westmeadows

VIC 3049 • Greater Melbourne

6,502
Population (2021)
$81,328
Median Household Income
5.01 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalEstablishedAffordableFamily-FriendlySuburban

About Westmeadows

Westmeadows is an established suburban locality in Melbourne's northern corridor, situated within the City of Hume approximately 18 kilometres north of the CBD. With a population of 6,502 and a median age of 39, the suburb has a mature, working-class character with deep multicultural roots — Italian, Greek, Maltese, and Lebanese communities have long been part of the local fabric, reflecting decades of post-war migration. The suburb is set at around 95 metres elevation and covers just over 5 square kilometres of predominantly detached residential housing.

Melbourne Airport is in close proximity, making Westmeadows convenient for those working in aviation, logistics, and related industries. Local amenities include access to schools, parklands, and retail services in nearby Broadmeadows, while the Craigieburn rail line provides public transport connections into the CBD. Affordable housing and generous block sizes, combined with a strong sense of community among long-established multicultural families, make Westmeadows a practical and welcoming choice within Greater Melbourne.

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

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3049
Urban Area
Broadmeadows
LGA / Council
Hume
Federal Electorate
Calwell
State Electorate
Greenvale (Northern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.68°, 144.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.01 km²
Elevation
95m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$740K
13 sales · ▼ 3.3% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$620K
15 sales · ▲ 9.7% 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)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.9%

134 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Broadmeadows
2.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 478, 901 — Broadmeadows Station / Melbourne Airport 8-18 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
Bus to Broadmeadows then train to City Loop, approx 38-52 min total
By Car (Peak)
25-42 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18-28 min

🛣️ Northern suburb adjacent to Melbourne Airport precinct; Western Ring Road and Tullamarine Freeway provide motorway access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Westmeadows is a predominantly residential suburb near Melbourne Airport where a car is required for most daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Hume Local Government Area, which contains Westmeadows. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
251.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 66.4%
Motor vehicle theft
514.6 / 100k
2yr Up 88.6% 10yr Down 13.5%
Non-FV assault
287.6 / 100k
2yr Up 10.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr Down 45.3% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
1,209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 80.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Hume →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

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

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,928
Personal Income 2021
$36,088
▲ 13.0% 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
$36,088 / yr
$694/wk
Household
$81,328 / yr
$1564/wk
Family
$100,308 / yr
$1929/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 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

🧬 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westmeadows known for? +

Westmeadows is a quiet residential suburb in Melbourne's north near the Gladstone Park Shopping Centre and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), offering affordable family housing in the City of Hume with good western freeway access.

How far is Westmeadows from Melbourne CBD? +

Westmeadows is approximately 18 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 25-35 minute drive via the Western Ring Road.

Does Westmeadows have public transport? +

Westmeadows is served by local bus routes connecting to Broadmeadows station on the Craigieburn Line, providing train services to Melbourne CBD in approximately 30-40 minutes.

What is the population of Westmeadows? +

According to the 2021 Census, Westmeadows has a population of approximately 6,502 residents, an established multicultural suburb in the City of Hume.

Is Westmeadows a good place to live? +

Westmeadows offers affordable housing in Melbourne's north with Western Ring Road access and bus connections to Broadmeadows station. It suits families and workers who value proximity to Melbourne Airport and Broadmeadows' shopping facilities.

What is the postcode for Westmeadows? +

The postcode for Westmeadows is 3049.

What is the average income in Westmeadows? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Westmeadows is about $694 per week (around $36,100 per year). The median household income is $1,564 per week and the median family income is $1,929 per week.

What is the median house price in Westmeadows? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $740,000, down 3.3% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $620,000, up 9.7% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Westmeadows? +

The median age in Westmeadows is 39. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,015 residents, around 16%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Westmeadows a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Westmeadows is part of the Hume 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 Westmeadows? +

In Westmeadows, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).