Diggers Rest
VIC 3427 • Greater Melbourne
About Diggers Rest
Diggers Rest is a rapidly growing rural locality within the City of Hume, situated approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's CBD on the city's outer fringe. The suburb's population more than doubled between 2016 and 2021 — from 2,763 to 5,669 residents — reflecting the broader expansion of Melbourne's north-western growth corridor. With a median age of 33 and a household income of $1,991 per week, the suburb attracts young families and professionals seeking more space at an accessible price point.
Spread across a large 67.75 square kilometre area at an elevation of 226 metres, Diggers Rest retains a semi-rural character with open paddocks and newer residential estates side by side. The suburb is notably multicultural, with strong Indian, Italian, Filipino, and Maltese communities contributing to its social fabric. Diggers Rest railway station provides direct rail access to Melbourne's CBD, making it a practical choice for commuters, while the nearby Sunbury town centre offers everyday retail and services.
Diggers Rest falls under postcode 3427 and is governed by Hume Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sunbury (Western Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
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Schools
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Plumpton Road
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 387
- 2. Philippines 144
- 3. England 94
- 4. New Zealand 86
- 5. Italy 60
- 6. Sri Lanka 45
- 7. Croatia 30
- 8. Malta 30
- 9. Thailand 23
- 10. Fiji 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)