Aberfeldie

VIC 3040 • Greater Melbourne

3,925
Population (2021)
$54,756
Median Income
1.55 km²
Area
$440/wk
Median Rent
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About Aberfeldie

Aberfeldie is an established residential suburb in Melbourne's inner north-west, located approximately 9 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Moonee Valley. With a population of 3,925 and a median age of 41, it is a compact suburb covering just 1.55 square kilometres, characterised by elevated household incomes and a rich multicultural community with significant Italian, Greek, and Croatian heritage. Median household incomes of around $2,571 per week reflect the suburb's desirability, and median mortgages of $2,600 per month speak to its strong property market.

Aberfeldie borders the Maribyrnong River, offering riverside parkland and walking tracks that are popular with residents year-round. The suburb is well-connected to Melbourne CBD via Essendon railway station on the Craigieburn and Upfield lines, located approximately 1.8 kilometres away, with tram Route 59 running along Mount Alexander Road also within easy reach. Quiet, tree-lined streets, strong community ties, and proximity to reputable Catholic and independent schools make Aberfeldie a sought-after address for established families who want inner-city convenience with a neighbourhood feel.

Aberfeldie falls under postcode 3040 and is governed by Moonee Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Niddrie (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3040
Urban Area
Moonee Valley
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.76°, 144.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
1.55 km²
Elevation
29m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Essendon Station
1.8 km
22 min
Moonee Ponds Station
2.2 km
27 min

Bus Services

  • Route 59 tram (adjacent) — Melbourne CBD (Flinders Street) 30-40 min
  • Local bus services — Essendon and surrounds Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
25 min to Melbourne Central via Craigieburn Line from Essendon Station
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Well-served by rail and tram; near Tullamarine Freeway for city and airport access

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local parks and some shops accessible on foot; train and tram connections within walking distance for most residents

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2%

25 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,897
Census 2021
3,925
0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,604
Income 2021
$54,756
20.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,094
Born Overseas 725

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 106
  • 2. England 70
  • 3. Vietnam 53
  • 4. India 46
  • 5. China 42
  • 6. Greece 25
  • 7. New Zealand 22
  • 8. Malaysia 20
  • 9. Turkey 20
  • 10. Germany 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,028
English 962
Italian 735
Irish 478
Scottish 323
Greek 227
Chinese 143
Maltese 140
German 119
Croatian 110

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,884
Both parents born in Australia
1,412
Both parents born overseas
512
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
61.7%
No Religion
27.9%
Islam
3.8%
Buddhism
1.4%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
144 (3.7%)
5-14 years
491 (12.5%)
15-19 years
321 (8.2%)
20-24 years
321 (8.2%)
25-34 years
361 (9.2%)
35-44 years
461 (11.7%)
45-54 years
657 (16.7%)
55-64 years
595 (15.2%)
65-74 years
340 (8.7%)
75-84 years
142 (3.6%)
85+ years
81 (2.1%)

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