Edithvale

VIC 3196 • Greater Melbourne

6,276
Population (2021)
$53,092
Median Income
2.06 km²
Area
7m
Elevation

About Edithvale

Edithvale is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Kingston (City) area. With a population of 6,276 and a median income of $53,092, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.06 km² at an elevation of 7m, 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. Edithvale combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Edithvale falls under postcode 3196 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mordialloc (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3196
Urban Area
Chelsea
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.04°, 145.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.06 km²
Elevation
7m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$429
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,806
Census 2021
6,276
8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,976
Income 2021
$53,092
29.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,857
Born Overseas 1,233

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 279
  • 2. New Zealand 99
  • 3. China 63
  • 4. South Africa 54
  • 5. Scotland 46
  • 6. India 44
  • 7. Canada 38
  • 8. Ireland 36
  • 9. Germany 35
  • 10. Italy 28
  • 11. Greece 27
  • 12. Poland 27
  • 13. United States 26
  • 14. Philippines 24
  • 15. Mauritius 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,497
Australian 2,256
Irish 885
Scottish 687
Italian 345
German 233
Greek 205
Dutch 139
Chinese 137
Polish 93

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,315
Both parents born in Australia
1,728
Both parents born overseas
1,045
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.6%
Christianity
42.1%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
397 (6.3%)
5-14 years
795 (12.7%)
15-19 years
324 (5.2%)
20-24 years
295 (4.7%)
25-34 years
823 (13.1%)
35-44 years
990 (15.8%)
45-54 years
930 (14.8%)
55-64 years
785 (12.5%)
65-74 years
479 (7.6%)
75-84 years
338 (5.4%)
85+ years
124 (2.0%)

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