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Donnybrook

VIC 3064 • Greater Melbourne

2,100
Population (2021)
$52,208
Median Income
28.14 km²
Area
$401/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbMaster PlannedYoung FamiliesMulticulturalAffordable

About Donnybrook

Donnybrook is a rapidly growing suburb in Melbourne's northern growth corridor, located approximately 30 kilometres north of the Melbourne CBD within the City of Whittlesea. Once a rural locality with just 169 residents in 2016, Donnybrook's population surged to 2,100 by the 2021 Census as master-planned residential estates took shape across its 28 square kilometres. The suburb sits at an elevation of 242 metres and is bounded to the west by Merri Creek and to the east by Darebin Creek.

Donnybrook is a diverse, young community — the median age is just 30 — with a significant Indian-born population and a rich multicultural fabric including Filipino, Sri Lankan, and Pacific Islander communities. The suburb has a Donnybrook railway station on the Seymour line, providing direct services to Southern Cross Station, and the Hume Freeway offers a quick road connection to Melbourne Airport and the CBD. Infrastructure is actively expanding, with schools, parks, and retail being developed to keep pace with the area's extraordinary growth.

Donnybrook falls under postcode 3064 and is governed by Whittlesea Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3064
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Whittlesea
Federal Electorate
Mcewen
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.54°, 144.99°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
28.14 km²
Elevation
242m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Donnybrook Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Route 527 — South Morang via Donnybrook 30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
Approx. 55 min to Southern Cross Station
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway provides direct road access; Donnybrook Station on Seymour Line

Walkability Car-Dependent

New estates have footpaths but amenities are still developing; car remains essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$401
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,100
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
30 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
169
Census 2021
2,100
▲ 1142.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,960
Income 2021
$52,208
▲ 109.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 927
Born Overseas 939

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 495
  • 2. Philippines 68
  • 3. New Zealand 40
  • 4. Sri Lanka 35
  • 5. Zimbabwe 25
  • 6. Nepal 23
  • 7. England 14
  • 8. Samoa 14
  • 9. Bangladesh 13
  • 10. Pakistan 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 427
English 331
Australian 310
Italian 121
Filipino 91
Irish 73
Scottish 36
Samoan 33
Greek 31
Chinese 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

420
Both parents born in Australia
1,299
Both parents born overseas
133
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
30.9%
Sikhism
18.7%
No Religion
16.7%
Hinduism
11.9%
Islam
6.3%
Buddhism
2.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
246 (11.7%)
5-14 years
283 (13.5%)
15-19 years
61 (2.9%)
20-24 years
138 (6.6%)
25-34 years
661 (31.5%)
35-44 years
420 (20.0%)
45-54 years
139 (6.6%)
55-64 years
95 (4.5%)
65-74 years
46 (2.2%)
75-84 years
8 (0.4%)
85+ years
6 (0.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Donnybrook from Melbourne CBD? +

Donnybrook is approximately 30 km north of the Melbourne CBD. By train it takes around 55 minutes to Southern Cross Station; by car about 30–45 minutes depending on traffic.

What train line serves Donnybrook? +

Donnybrook has its own train station on the Seymour regional line, with services running direct to Southern Cross Station in Melbourne CBD.

Why has Donnybrook grown so fast? +

Donnybrook is part of Melbourne's northern growth corridor. Master-planned residential estates attracted thousands of new residents — the population jumped from 169 in 2016 to 2,100 in 2021.

What is the median rent in Donnybrook VIC? +

The median weekly rent in Donnybrook was $401 according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the more affordable options in Melbourne's growth north.

What council is Donnybrook VIC in? +

Donnybrook falls within the City of Whittlesea local government area in Victoria's Greater Melbourne statistical division.