Eltham North

VIC 3095 • Greater Melbourne

6,830
Population (2021)
$53,404
Median Income
4.02 km²
Area
$512/wk
Median Rent
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About Eltham North

Eltham North is a leafy residential suburb of Melbourne, located 21 kilometres north-east of the CBD within the City of Banyule and Shire of Nillumbik. With a population of approximately 6,830 and a median age of 42, the suburb is home to established families and professionals. The area has a distinctly bush-suburban character, with many homes set among native trees and gardens, and a strong Anglo-Australian demographic heritage.

Known for its peaceful, bushland atmosphere and proximity to nature, Eltham North is popular with families seeking a semi-rural lifestyle close to the city. The suburb features the Diamond Creek Trail for cycling and walking, several schools, and access to the vibrant Eltham village with its cafes, galleries and historic Montsalvat artists' colony nearby. Residents enjoy high household incomes and a strong sense of community, with weekend markets, sporting clubs, and excellent parks throughout the area.

Eltham North falls under postcode 3095 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3095
Urban Area
Watsonia
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.70°, 145.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.02 km²
Elevation
110m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Eltham Station
2.5 km
30 mins
Diamond Creek Station
3 km
35 mins
Greensborough Station
3.5 km
40 mins

Bus Services

  • 513 — Eltham Station 10 mins
  • 517 — Greensborough via Research 15 mins

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
21 km
By Train
40-50 mins (via Eltham Station, Hurstbridge Line)
By Car (Peak)
45-60 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 mins

🛣️ Most residents drive to Eltham or Greensborough Station; parking available at both

Walkability Car-Dependent

Bushland setting means most trips require a car; local schools walkable for nearby residents

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$512
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,300
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,805
Census 2021
6,830
0.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,756
Income 2021
$53,404
27.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,489
Born Overseas 1,199

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 289
  • 2. New Zealand 88
  • 3. China 76
  • 4. Italy 61
  • 5. South Africa 50
  • 6. Iran 47
  • 7. Scotland 37
  • 8. India 36
  • 9. United States 35
  • 10. Malaysia 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,701
Australian 2,358
Irish 862
Scottish 771
Italian 680
German 283
Chinese 219
Greek 206
Dutch 137
Macedonian 108

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,824
Both parents born in Australia
1,873
Both parents born overseas
977
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.4%
Christianity
45.2%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
351 (5.1%)
5-14 years
1,011 (14.8%)
15-19 years
472 (6.9%)
20-24 years
392 (5.7%)
25-34 years
577 (8.4%)
35-44 years
834 (12.2%)
45-54 years
1,058 (15.5%)
55-64 years
1,059 (15.5%)
65-74 years
759 (11.1%)
75-84 years
248 (3.6%)
85+ years
52 (0.8%)

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