Chelsea
VIC 3196 • Greater Melbourne
About Chelsea
Chelsea is a bayside suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 30 kilometres south-east of the CBD within the City of Kingston local government area. Situated on Port Phillip Bay, the suburb recorded a population of 8,347 at the 2021 census and covers around 2.6 square kilometres with a density of over 3,200 people per square kilometre. Chelsea is the most significant bayside suburban centre between Mordialloc and Frankston, and was largely developed in the post-World War II era. The median household income of $1,683 per week reflects a mix of established families and older residents.
Chelsea is popular with beachgoers in summer, with its Port Phillip Bay beach providing a focal point for recreation. Bicentennial Park — developed on a former rubbish tip — features modern barbecue facilities and the popular Mount Chelsea adventure playground. The suburb has a strong community sporting culture, including an Australian Rules football team in the Mornington Peninsula Nepean Football League and the Chelsea Yacht Club, formed in 1938. Chelsea attracts an older demographic with smaller household sizes and fewer families with children than many Melbourne suburbs, and is well served by the Nepean Highway retail strip.
Chelsea falls under postcode 3196 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mordialloc (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 703,882 — Frankston and Mordialloc interchanges 15–30 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Chelsea station is on the Frankston Line providing frequent direct services to Melbourne CBD. Trains run approximately every 10–20 minutes during peak hours.
Chelsea has a walkable town centre along Nepean Highway with shops, cafes and services within easy reach of the station. The beach is accessible on foot from much of the suburb. A car is helpful but not essential for daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths31-33 Bath Street Chelsea 3196 VIC
Schools
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Breeze Street
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194 Thames Promenade
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Argyle Avenue
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362 Station Street
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Edithvale Road
Housing 2021 Census
104 state housing + 8 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 400
- 2. New Zealand 158
- 3. India 115
- 4. Philippines 74
- 5. Scotland 71
- 6. China 68
- 7. South Africa 61
- 8. Ireland 56
- 9. Italy 54
- 10. Mauritius 50
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)