Hadfield

VIC 3046 • Greater Melbourne

6,269
Population (2021)
$36,244
Median Income
3.04 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalInner SuburbanGood TransportHidden Gem

About Hadfield

Hadfield is an often-overlooked gem in Melbourne's northern suburbs, located just 12 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Moreland. Bounded by Sydney Road to the east and nestled between Fawkner and Glenroy, this compact suburb of around 6,300 residents offers surprising affordability given its inner-city proximity. The multicultural community reflects Melbourne's diverse character with a rich mix of backgrounds and cultures.

The suburb benefits from its position along the Sydney Road dining and shopping strip, providing excellent access to cafes, restaurants, specialty grocers, and everyday services. Public transport is well-served with tram and bus connections making city commutes straightforward. First-home buyers and young professionals are increasingly discovering Hadfield as a hidden opportunity—enjoying urban convenience and cultural vibrancy while property prices remain more accessible than neighbouring Coburg and Brunswick.

Hadfield falls under postcode 3046 and is governed by Moreland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Broadmeadows (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3046
Urban Area
Moreland - North
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.71°, 144.95°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.04 km²
Elevation
78m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Corner West & 10 Geum Streets Hadfield 3046 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.8%

61 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,610
Census 2021
6,269
11.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,532
Income 2021
$36,244
42.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,823
Born Overseas 2,043

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 329
  • 2. Lebanon 254
  • 3. Pakistan 165
  • 4. India 136
  • 5. Greece 93
  • 6. Malta 91
  • 7. New Zealand 89
  • 8. Turkey 84
  • 9. England 78
  • 10. Philippines 49

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,244
Italian 1,225
English 1,079
Lebanese 701
Greek 329
Irish 327
Scottish 284
Maltese 205
Indian 178
German 122

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,710
Both parents born in Australia
3,272
Both parents born overseas
885
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.6%
No Religion
22.1%
Islam
21.3%
Hinduism
2.0%
Buddhism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
459 (7.3%)
5-14 years
734 (11.7%)
15-19 years
295 (4.7%)
20-24 years
356 (5.7%)
25-34 years
1,134 (18.1%)
35-44 years
900 (14.4%)
45-54 years
716 (11.4%)
55-64 years
588 (9.4%)
65-74 years
447 (7.1%)
75-84 years
415 (6.6%)
85+ years
220 (3.5%)

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