Whittlesea

VIC 3757 • Greater Melbourne

6,117
Population (2021)
$37,388
Median Income
106.24 km²
Area
328m
Elevation

About Whittlesea

Whittlesea is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Whittlesea (City) area. With a population of 6,117 and a median income of $37,388, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 106.24 km² at an elevation of 328m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Situated at an elevation of 328m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Whittlesea offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Whittlesea falls under postcode 3757 and is governed by Whittlesea Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3757
Urban Area
Whittlesea
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.47°, 145.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
106.24 km²
Elevation
328m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$347
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,611
Census 2021
6,117
9.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,552
Income 2021
$37,388
14.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,137
Born Overseas 666

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 176
  • 2. Italy 75
  • 3. New Zealand 49
  • 4. South Africa 32
  • 5. Malta 26
  • 6. Greece 24
  • 7. Germany 22
  • 8. Philippines 22
  • 9. Netherlands 17
  • 10. Scotland 17
  • 11. India 15
  • 12. North Macedonia 14
  • 13. United States 11
  • 14. Vietnam 11
  • 15. Iran 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,519
English 2,480
Irish 704
Scottish 629
Italian 561
German 219
Dutch 112
Greek 111
Maltese 101
Australian Aboriginal 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,080
Both parents born in Australia
1,035
Both parents born overseas
685
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.3%
No Religion
45.5%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
340 (5.6%)
5-14 years
815 (13.3%)
15-19 years
432 (7.1%)
20-24 years
385 (6.3%)
25-34 years
676 (11.1%)
35-44 years
704 (11.5%)
45-54 years
862 (14.1%)
55-64 years
658 (10.8%)
65-74 years
662 (10.8%)
75-84 years
377 (6.2%)
85+ years
217 (3.5%)

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