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Yarraville

VIC 3013 • Greater Melbourne

15,636
Population (2021)
$129,220
Median Household Income
5.66 km²
Area
$462/wk
Median Rent
Village CharacterHeritage HomesInner WestGentrified

About Yarraville

Yarraville is the inner west's most desirable village suburb, a gentrified community of 15,600 in Maribyrnong, 7 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD. The Werribee and Williamstown lines serve Yarraville station, while the suburb features one of Melbourne's best-preserved village high streets. Heritage homes on tree-lined streets house an increasingly affluent community.

Anderson Street Yarraville offers boutique shopping, excellent cafes, and the Sun Theatre—a beautifully restored Art Deco cinema. The gardens and Cruikshank Park provide green space. Yarraville attracts young professionals and families who want inner-city village living in the west, with train access, genuine community character, and increasingly premium property prices.

Yarraville falls under postcode 3013 and is governed by Maribyrnong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Footscray (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3013
Urban Area
Maribyrnong
LGA / Council
Maribyrnong
Federal Electorate
Fraser
State Electorate
Footscray (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.82°, 144.88°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.66 km²
Elevation
15m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$1.14M
69 sales · ▲ 2.2% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$573K
24 sales · ▼ 4.6% 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)
$462
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.2%

96 state housing + 37 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Melbourne CBD Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
Train access via local station
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Located 7 km from Melbourne CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr High Street & Williamstown Road Yarraville 3013 VIC
  • Woolworths
    4-6 Anderson St Yarraville 3013 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
562.3 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
760.6 / 100k
2yr Up 121.6% 10yr Up 75.4%
Non-FV assault
505.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 58.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr Up 28.4% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
2,746.5 / 100k
2yr Up 92.9% 10yr Up 59.3%
View all offence subgroups for Maribyrnong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
14,965
Census 2021
15,636
▲ 4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$48,048
Personal Income 2021
$64,792
▲ 34.8% 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
$64,792 / yr
$1246/wk
Household
$129,220 / yr
$2485/wk
Family
$167,232 / yr
$3216/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 11,258
Born Overseas 3,851

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 572
  • 2. New Zealand 359
  • 3. Vietnam 332
  • 4. Greece 285
  • 5. Italy 170
  • 6. North Macedonia 147
  • 7. India 124
  • 8. Philippines 96
  • 9. United States 94
  • 10. Ireland 92

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 5,165
Australian 4,545
Irish 2,222
Scottish 1,649
Italian 1,031
Greek 909
German 644
Chinese 616
Vietnamese 506
Macedonian 335

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

6,970
Both parents born in Australia
5,636
Both parents born overseas
2,466
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.8%
Christianity
34.7%
Buddhism
2.6%
Islam
1.4%
Hinduism
0.8%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,050 (6.7%)
5-14 years
1,946 (12.4%)
15-19 years
682 (4.4%)
20-24 years
727 (4.6%)
25-34 years
2,654 (17.0%)
35-44 years
2,901 (18.6%)
45-54 years
2,386 (15.3%)
55-64 years
1,611 (10.3%)
65-74 years
870 (5.6%)
75-84 years
511 (3.3%)
85+ years
300 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yarraville known for? +

Yarraville is a well-established residential suburb in Maribyrnong, VIC, with a population of approximately 15,636 residents. The suburb is valued for its local schools, parks, and community facilities.

How far is Yarraville from Melbourne CBD? +

Yarraville is approximately 7 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, typically a 10-15 min drive outside peak hours.

Does Yarraville have public transport? +

Yarraville is served by local bus services connecting to the broader VIC network. Nearby train stations provide access to Melbourne CBD.

What is the population of Yarraville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yarraville has a population of approximately 15,636 residents.

Is Yarraville a good place to live? +

Yarraville offers a practical and liveable lifestyle with local schools, parks, and shopping. With a median income around $65,443, it attracts a broad demographic mix.

What is the postcode for Yarraville? +

The postcode for Yarraville, VIC is 3013.

What is the average income in Yarraville? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Yarraville is about $1,246 per week (around $64,800 per year). The median household income is $2,485 per week and the median family income is $3,216 per week.

What is the median house price in Yarraville? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,140,000, up 2.2% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $572,500, down 4.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Yarraville? +

The median age in Yarraville is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (2,901 residents, around 19%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Yarraville a safe area? +

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

In Yarraville, the median weekly rent is $462, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,500 (2021 Census).