Black Rock

VIC 3193 • Greater Melbourne

6,389
Population (2021)
$55,484
Median Income
3.19 km²
Area
31m
Elevation

About Black Rock

Black Rock is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Bayside (City) area. With a population of 6,389 and a median income of $55,484, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.19 km² at an elevation of 31m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Black Rock combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Black Rock falls under postcode 3193 and is governed by Bayside Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sandringham (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3193
Urban Area
Bayside
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.97°, 145.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.19 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$541
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,897
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
49 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,159
Census 2021
6,389
3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$48,516
Income 2021
$55,484
14.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,613
Born Overseas 1,582

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 455
  • 2. New Zealand 106
  • 3. China 90
  • 4. South Africa 85
  • 5. Germany 64
  • 6. Scotland 63
  • 7. United States 44
  • 8. Greece 43
  • 9. Italy 40
  • 10. Ireland 33
  • 11. Egypt 24
  • 12. Poland 24
  • 13. Netherlands 23
  • 14. France 22
  • 15. India 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,609
Australian 2,067
Irish 883
Scottish 854
Italian 318
German 282
Greek 252
Chinese 196
Dutch 136
Polish 95

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,119
Both parents born in Australia
2,020
Both parents born overseas
1,040
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.8%
Christianity
45.3%
Buddhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.8%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
249 (3.9%)
5-14 years
752 (11.8%)
15-19 years
463 (7.2%)
20-24 years
292 (4.6%)
25-34 years
397 (6.2%)
35-44 years
642 (10.0%)
45-54 years
989 (15.5%)
55-64 years
990 (15.5%)
65-74 years
888 (13.9%)
75-84 years
509 (8.0%)
85+ years
216 (3.4%)

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