Heidelberg West

VIC 3081 • Greater Melbourne

5,252
Population (2021)
$31,824
Median Income
3.21 km²
Area
72m
Elevation

About Heidelberg West

Heidelberg West is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Banyule (City) area. With a population of 5,252 and a median income of $31,824, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.21 km² at an elevation of 72m, 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. Heidelberg West combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Heidelberg West falls under postcode 3081 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ivanhoe (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3081
Urban Area
Heidelberg
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.74°, 145.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.21 km²
Elevation
72m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    318 Bell Street, Heidelberg West VIC 3081

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$306
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,900
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,545
Census 2021
5,252
5.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,660
Income 2021
$31,824
34.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,181
Born Overseas 1,702

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 163
  • 2. India 112
  • 3. New Zealand 98
  • 4. England 83
  • 5. Philippines 75
  • 6. Vietnam 69
  • 7. Malaysia 67
  • 8. Greece 55
  • 9. Lebanon 52
  • 10. Iran 47
  • 11. Sri Lanka 42
  • 12. Italy 31
  • 13. Hong Kong 28
  • 14. Thailand 28
  • 15. Indonesia 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,297
Australian 1,149
Irish 459
Chinese 408
Scottish 394
Italian 227
Greek 155
German 131
Indian 127
Filipino 106

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,806
Both parents born in Australia
2,509
Both parents born overseas
544
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
39.7%
Christianity
29.5%
Islam
15.9%
Buddhism
2.9%
Hinduism
1.7%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
353 (6.7%)
5-14 years
541 (10.3%)
15-19 years
275 (5.2%)
20-24 years
394 (7.5%)
25-34 years
1,056 (20.1%)
35-44 years
716 (13.6%)
45-54 years
580 (11.0%)
55-64 years
614 (11.7%)
65-74 years
427 (8.1%)
75-84 years
208 (4.0%)
85+ years
85 (1.6%)

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