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Keilor

VIC 3036 • Greater Melbourne

5,906
Population (2021)
$42,848
Median Income
10.72 km²
Area
51m
Elevation
HistoricLeafy SuburbFamily-FriendlyTightly-HeldSemi-Rural Feel

About Keilor

Keilor is a historic and leafy suburb nestled in Melbourne's northwest, approximately 18 kilometres from the CBD within the Brimbank municipality. With a population of nearly 6,000, this tightly-held community sits in a unique valley carved by the Maribyrnong River, blending semi-rural tranquillity with metropolitan convenience. The suburb maintains an exceptionally high owner-occupation rate, reflecting its status as a prestigious, established residential enclave.

Life in Keilor centres on the charming Keilor Village along Old Calder Highway, with its independent cafes, bakeries, and small-town atmosphere. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the sprawling Brimbank Park with its walking trails and the nearby Organ Pipes National Park. Families are drawn to the highly-regarded Keilor Primary School, and residents appreciate easy access to the Calder Freeway, Western Ring Road, and Melbourne Airport. Keilor attracts established families and professionals seeking spacious homes on generous blocks with genuine neighbourhood character.

Keilor falls under postcode 3036 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Niddrie (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3036
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Hawke
State Electorate
Niddrie (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.71°, 144.83°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
10.72 km²
Elevation
51m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Keilor Plains
3.2 km
40 min
Watergardens
5.8 km
N/A (drive)
Essendon
8.5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • 418, 420, 421 — Keilor Plains Station / Watergardens 10-20 min
  • 425, 476 — Essendon / Sunshine 20-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
35-45 min (from Keilor Plains via Sunbury Line)
By Bus
Not direct - transfer required
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Keilor Plains or Watergardens station for city commute. Direct freeway access via Calder.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Village area walkable for daily errands; most of suburb requires car. Excellent cycling paths through Brimbank Park.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,853
Census 2021
5,906
▲ 0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,984
Income 2021
$42,848
▲ 19.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,446
Born Overseas 1,286

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 185
  • 2. England 111
  • 3. Croatia 79
  • 4. India 59
  • 5. Vietnam 59
  • 6. Germany 49
  • 7. Malta 49
  • 8. Greece 47
  • 9. North Macedonia 47
  • 10. New Zealand 44
  • 11. Lebanon 38
  • 12. China 32
  • 13. Poland 29
  • 14. Philippines 26
  • 15. Scotland 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,507
Australian 1,450
Italian 967
Irish 513
Scottish 458
Greek 343
Maltese 335
Croatian 269
German 179
Macedonian 145

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,599
Both parents born in Australia
2,351
Both parents born overseas
763
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.5%
No Religion
23.3%
Islam
3.0%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
266 (4.5%)
5-14 years
673 (11.4%)
15-19 years
386 (6.5%)
20-24 years
333 (5.6%)
25-34 years
559 (9.5%)
35-44 years
638 (10.8%)
45-54 years
806 (13.6%)
55-64 years
828 (14.0%)
65-74 years
727 (12.3%)
75-84 years
467 (7.9%)
85+ years
224 (3.8%)

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