Ivanhoe East
VIC 3079 • Greater Melbourne
About Ivanhoe East
Ivanhoe East is a leafy, prestigious residential suburb in Melbourne's north-east, approximately 12 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Banyule council area. With a population of 3,762 and a median household income of $2,977 per week — well above the national average — the suburb is one of the more affluent pockets in the Heidelberg urban area. The community skews toward established families and older residents, with a median age of 45, and the area is characterised by quality period homes, spacious blocks, and a quiet, secluded atmosphere.
Ivanhoe East enjoys easy access to Ivanhoe train station on the Hurstbridge Line, providing direct rail connections to the Melbourne CBD. The suburb is bordered by the Yarra River and adjoining parklands, offering excellent walking and cycling trails. The village shopping strip in nearby Ivanhoe and Lower Heidelberg Road provide cafes, restaurants, and boutique retail, while highly regarded schools — including several well-known secondary colleges in the surrounding area — make it consistently popular with families. Its combination of natural beauty, strong transport links, and established community character gives Ivanhoe East an enduring appeal.
Ivanhoe East falls under postcode 3079 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ivanhoe (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Yarra Trams / local bus services — Heidelberg and Ivanhoe village area 5-15 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Hurstbridge Line provides reliable rail access; Eastern Freeway is accessible via Lower Heidelberg Road
Walking to Ivanhoe station and local shops is feasible; a car is needed for most major errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Warncliffe Road
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66 Wilfred Street
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229 Banksia Street
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123 Marshall Street
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41 The Ridgeway
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Waterdale Road
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9 Rockbeare Grove
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53 Stanley Street
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 126
- 2. England 105
- 3. Italy 71
- 4. Greece 56
- 5. India 42
- 6. New Zealand 36
- 7. Malaysia 30
- 8. United States 25
- 9. Germany 21
- 10. South Africa 19
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)