Heatherton

VIC 3202 • Greater Melbourne

2,826
Population (2021)
$46,332
Median Income
7.12 km²
Area
31m
Elevation

About Heatherton

Heatherton is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Kingston (City) area. With a population of 2,826 and a median income of $46,332, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 7.12 km² at an elevation of 31m, 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. Heatherton combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Heatherton falls under postcode 3202 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarinda (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3202
Urban Area
Chelsea
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.96°, 145.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
7.12 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$471
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,224
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,907
Census 2021
2,826
2.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,168
Income 2021
$46,332
21.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,696
Born Overseas 1,056

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. South Africa 108
  • 2. China 101
  • 3. England 95
  • 4. India 69
  • 5. Malaysia 44
  • 6. New Zealand 43
  • 7. Philippines 42
  • 8. Sri Lanka 37
  • 9. Italy 30
  • 10. Greece 26
  • 11. Poland 26
  • 12. Ireland 20
  • 13. Hong Kong 19
  • 14. United States 15
  • 15. Vietnam 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 683
English 671
Chinese 268
Irish 232
Italian 189
Scottish 186
Greek 119
Indian 104
German 84
South African 81

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

933
Both parents born in Australia
1,403
Both parents born overseas
343
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.3%
No Religion
38.4%
Judaism
3.4%
Hinduism
2.8%
Buddhism
2.3%
Islam
2.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
139 (4.9%)
5-14 years
437 (15.5%)
15-19 years
208 (7.4%)
20-24 years
134 (4.7%)
25-34 years
271 (9.6%)
35-44 years
382 (13.5%)
45-54 years
528 (18.7%)
55-64 years
317 (11.2%)
65-74 years
246 (8.7%)
75-84 years
120 (4.2%)
85+ years
43 (1.5%)

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