Darley
VIC 3340 • Greater Melbourne
About Darley
Darley is a growing residential suburb in the Moorabool Shire, located approximately 60 kilometres west of Melbourne in Victoria. With a population of around 9,190 (2021 Census), the suburb sits within the Greater Melbourne statistical area at an elevation of 161 metres. The median age of 37 reflects a younger demographic profile, with an average household size of 2.8 indicating a strong family presence.
Darley offers an affordable entry point to the Greater Melbourne housing market, with spacious residential properties and a semi-rural feel. The suburb features local parks, schools, and the Darley Plaza shopping precinct for everyday needs. Residents are predominantly families seeking larger homes at more accessible prices, with proximity to the Western Freeway providing the main connection to Melbourne and the Ballarat corridor.
Darley falls under postcode 3340 and is governed by Moorabool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eureka (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Local bus — Bacchus Marsh town centre 15-20 min
Commute to Melbourne
🛣️ Most residents drive to Bacchus Marsh station for V/Line services; Western Freeway is main route to Melbourne
Limited public transport; car essential for most trips including commuting and shopping
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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South Maddingley Road
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54 Lerderderg Street
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Halletts Way
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Nelson Street
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Hallets Way
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Gisborne Road
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300 Geelong-Bacchus Marsh Roa
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86 Bennetts Lane
Housing 2021 Census
82 state housing + 4 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 300
- 2. India 157
- 3. New Zealand 118
- 4. Scotland 51
- 5. Malta 44
- 6. Netherlands 40
- 7. Germany 37
- 8. Italy 29
- 9. South Africa 27
- 10. United States 23
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)