Alphington
VIC 3078 • Greater Melbourne
About Alphington
Alphington is an inner-northeast suburb of Melbourne, located just 7 kilometres from the CBD within the Cities of Darebin and Yarra. With a population of approximately 5,700, the suburb is bounded by the Yarra River to the south and Darebin Creek to the east, providing a remarkably green setting for its urban location. The area has undergone significant transformation with the redevelopment of the former Alphington Paper Mill site into a major mixed-use precinct.
Alphington offers a blend of heritage character and contemporary living, with tree-lined streets, Victorian-era homes, and modern apartment developments coexisting harmoniously. Heidelberg Road serves as the main commercial strip with cafes, restaurants, and local shops. The suburb is popular with young professionals and families who value its proximity to the CBD, excellent public transport connections via Alphington and Darebin stations on the Hurstbridge Line, and abundant green spaces along the Yarra River and Darebin Creek trails.
Alphington falls under postcode 3078 and is governed by Darebin Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northcote (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 546 — Heidelberg to Arts Precinct via Alphington 25 min to CBD
- 517 — Kew to Essendon via Alphington 15 min to Kew
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Excellent train access with Alphington station on the frequent Hurstbridge Line
Good walkability along Heidelberg Road with shops, cafes, and services. Train station within walking distance for most residents.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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18 Old Heidelberg Road
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Yarralea Street
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52 Austin Street
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Langridge Street
Housing 2021 Census
42 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 206
- 2. China 131
- 3. Greece 96
- 4. Italy 82
- 5. New Zealand 82
- 6. India 57
- 7. Malaysia 46
- 8. United States 44
- 9. Vietnam 37
- 10. Germany 34
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)