Doveton

VIC 3177 • Greater Melbourne

9,603
Population (2021)
$30,212
Median Income
4.07 km²
Area
38m
Elevation

About Doveton

Doveton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Casey (City) area. With a population of 9,603 and a median income of $30,212, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.07 km² at an elevation of 38m, 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. Doveton combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Doveton falls under postcode 3177 and is governed by Casey Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dandenong (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3177
Urban Area
Hallam - Berwick - Pearcedale
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.98°, 145.24°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.07 km²
Elevation
38m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,358
Census 2021
9,603
2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,036
Income 2021
$30,212
31.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,496
Born Overseas 5,315

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Afghanistan 1,173
  • 2. India 570
  • 3. Sri Lanka 486
  • 4. Pakistan 326
  • 5. Philippines 198
  • 6. New Zealand 179
  • 7. Vietnam 171
  • 8. Bosnia & Herzegovina 163
  • 9. England 123
  • 10. Iran 113
  • 11. China 105
  • 12. Malaysia 95
  • 13. Croatia 93
  • 14. Mauritius 85
  • 15. Cambodia 65

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,266
Australian 1,132
Indian 548
Serbian 461
Scottish 297
Chinese 293
Irish 264
Vietnamese 237
Filipino 233
Sri Lankan 183

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,306
Both parents born in Australia
6,900
Both parents born overseas
502
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
32.1%
Islam
26.9%
No Religion
18.6%
Hinduism
5.8%
Buddhism
4.4%
Sikhism
2.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
728 (7.6%)
5-14 years
1,162 (12.1%)
15-19 years
537 (5.6%)
20-24 years
642 (6.7%)
25-34 years
1,841 (19.2%)
35-44 years
1,475 (15.4%)
45-54 years
1,047 (10.9%)
55-64 years
930 (9.7%)
65-74 years
706 (7.4%)
75-84 years
388 (4.0%)
85+ years
146 (1.5%)

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