Keilor Downs

VIC 3038 • Greater Melbourne

9,857
Population (2021)
$30,472
Median Income
5.02 km²
Area
88m
Elevation

About Keilor Downs

Keilor Downs is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Brimbank (City) area. With a population of 9,857 and a median income of $30,472, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.02 km² at an elevation of 88m, 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. Keilor Downs combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Keilor Downs falls under postcode 3038 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the St Albans (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3038
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.72°, 144.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.02 km²
Elevation
88m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Keilor Downs Plaza Shopping Centre Taylors Road Keilor Downs 3038 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,995
Census 2021
9,857
1.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,104
Income 2021
$30,472
16.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,334
Born Overseas 4,070

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 520
  • 2. North Macedonia 351
  • 3. India 259
  • 4. Greece 246
  • 5. Croatia 235
  • 6. Malta 216
  • 7. Italy 214
  • 8. Philippines 142
  • 9. New Zealand 124
  • 10. China 93
  • 11. Lebanon 90
  • 12. Egypt 86
  • 13. England 86
  • 14. Sri Lanka 86
  • 15. Poland 71

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,495
English 1,237
Italian 1,042
Vietnamese 763
Greek 745
Maltese 679
Macedonian 517
Chinese 476
Croatian 466
Irish 308

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,120
Both parents born in Australia
6,276
Both parents born overseas
1,002
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.4%
No Religion
20.5%
Islam
6.6%
Buddhism
5.2%
Sikhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
483 (4.9%)
5-14 years
1,028 (10.4%)
15-19 years
538 (5.5%)
20-24 years
613 (6.2%)
25-34 years
1,249 (12.7%)
35-44 years
1,157 (11.7%)
45-54 years
1,145 (11.6%)
55-64 years
1,455 (14.8%)
65-74 years
1,341 (13.6%)
75-84 years
633 (6.4%)
85+ years
210 (2.1%)

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