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Altona

VIC 3018 • Greater Melbourne

11,490
Population (2021)
$49,244
Median Income
16.74 km²
Area
$385/wk
Median Rent
BaysideBeach LifestyleVillage FeelWestern Suburbs

About Altona

Altona is a genuine bayside suburb in Melbourne's west, 14 kilometres from the CBD along the Werribee line. The suburb centres on Pier Street and the beach foreshore, offering a village atmosphere distinct from the industrial neighbours. Altona Beach is popular for swimming and the annual Altona Beach Festival.

This is the western suburbs' best-kept secret—genuine beach lifestyle, heritage pier, and village character at fraction of eastern bayside prices. The community maintains strong local identity, with the beach, cafes, and Altona Homestead forming social anchors. Altona attracts families and professionals seeking bayside living without the price tag.

Altona falls under postcode 3018 and is governed by Hobsons Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Williamstown (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3018
Urban Area
Altona
LGA / Council
Hobsons Bay
Federal Electorate
Gellibrand
State Electorate
Williamstown (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.86°, 144.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
16.74 km²
Elevation
6m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Altona
0.5 km
~6 min
Seaholme
1.2 km
~15 min
Westona
2 km
~25 min

Bus Services

  • 411,412 — Laverton / Newport / Williamstown ~15–25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
~40–55 min (Altona Station via Altona Loop and Werribee Line)
By Bus
No direct bus to CBD
By Car (Peak)
~30–45 min via Princes Freeway / Westgate Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~20–30 min

🛣️ Altona Station sits on the Altona Loop, a shuttle branch connecting to the main Werribee Line at Laverton. The West Gate Freeway provides a fast car route to the CBD, though peak-hour congestion can be significant.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Central Altona around the station and Pier Street shops is comfortably walkable. The beachfront and coastal trail add to the suburban walking experience, though outer residential areas are more car-reliant for shopping and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Pier Street & Queen Street Altona 3018 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$385
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,197
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,762
Census 2021
11,490
▲ 6.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,064
Income 2021
$49,244
▲ 29.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,732
Born Overseas 3,253

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 556
  • 2. New Zealand 290
  • 3. Malta 209
  • 4. India 156
  • 5. China 134
  • 6. Vietnam 124
  • 7. Italy 121
  • 8. Germany 106
  • 9. Scotland 101
  • 10. Philippines 94

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,691
Australian 3,146
Irish 1,373
Scottish 1,070
Italian 847
Maltese 685
German 490
Chinese 398
Greek 335
Indian 221

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,664
Both parents born in Australia
4,667
Both parents born overseas
1,622
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.9%
No Religion
43.0%
Islam
1.8%
Buddhism
1.5%
Hinduism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
679 (5.9%)
5-14 years
1,331 (11.6%)
15-19 years
472 (4.1%)
20-24 years
447 (3.9%)
25-34 years
1,376 (12.0%)
35-44 years
1,919 (16.7%)
45-54 years
1,683 (14.6%)
55-64 years
1,357 (11.8%)
65-74 years
1,135 (9.9%)
75-84 years
750 (6.5%)
85+ years
345 (3.0%)

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