Coolaroo

VIC 3048 • Greater Melbourne

3,193
Population (2021)
$22,880
Median Income
3.14 km²
Area
146m
Elevation

About Coolaroo

Coolaroo is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Hume (City) area. With a population of 3,193 and a median income of $22,880, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.14 km² at an elevation of 146m, 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. Coolaroo combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Coolaroo falls under postcode 3048 and is governed by Hume Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Broadmeadows (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3048
Urban Area
Broadmeadows
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.65°, 144.93°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.14 km²
Elevation
146m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$335
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,324
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,191
Census 2021
3,193
0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$19,864
Income 2021
$22,880
15.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,492
Born Overseas 1,437

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 250
  • 2. Turkey 177
  • 3. Lebanon 114
  • 4. Nepal 104
  • 5. Pakistan 87
  • 6. India 74
  • 7. Vietnam 53
  • 8. England 44
  • 9. Malta 36
  • 10. Philippines 35
  • 11. Italy 25
  • 12. Egypt 22
  • 13. Sri Lanka 20
  • 14. New Zealand 19
  • 15. China 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 538
English 433
Lebanese 243
Irish 110
Scottish 85
Indian 75
Vietnamese 73
Italian 70
Maltese 66
Chinese 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

603
Both parents born in Australia
2,047
Both parents born overseas
285
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
36.4%
Islam
32.5%
No Religion
15.3%
Hinduism
4.3%
Buddhism
1.9%
Sikhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
204 (6.4%)
5-14 years
421 (13.2%)
15-19 years
186 (5.8%)
20-24 years
231 (7.2%)
25-34 years
467 (14.6%)
35-44 years
403 (12.6%)
45-54 years
362 (11.3%)
55-64 years
308 (9.6%)
65-74 years
277 (8.7%)
75-84 years
227 (7.1%)
85+ years
105 (3.3%)

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