Knoxfield

VIC 3180 • Greater Melbourne

7,645
Population (2021)
$39,728
Median Income
5.46 km²
Area
94m
Elevation

About Knoxfield

Knoxfield is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Knox (City) area. With a population of 7,645 and a median income of $39,728, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.46 km² at an elevation of 94m, 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. Knoxfield combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Knoxfield falls under postcode 3180 and is governed by Knox Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rowville (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3180
Urban Area
Wantrina - Rowville - Ferntree Gully
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.89°, 145.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.46 km²
Elevation
94m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$421
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,462
Census 2021
7,645
2.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,864
Income 2021
$39,728
20.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,659
Born Overseas 2,770

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 531
  • 2. India 275
  • 3. England 235
  • 4. Malaysia 228
  • 5. Sri Lanka 183
  • 6. Hong Kong 116
  • 7. Philippines 108
  • 8. New Zealand 81
  • 9. Iran 78
  • 10. Vietnam 73
  • 11. Singapore 68
  • 12. Indonesia 64
  • 13. South Africa 64
  • 14. South Korea 59
  • 15. Germany 51

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,129
Australian 1,950
Chinese 1,417
Irish 622
Scottish 566
Indian 341
German 302
Italian 274
Dutch 189
Greek 168

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,879
Both parents born in Australia
3,713
Both parents born overseas
820
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.8%
No Religion
40.6%
Buddhism
4.5%
Hinduism
4.1%
Islam
1.6%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
394 (5.2%)
5-14 years
885 (11.6%)
15-19 years
462 (6.0%)
20-24 years
454 (5.9%)
25-34 years
934 (12.2%)
35-44 years
1,125 (14.7%)
45-54 years
992 (13.0%)
55-64 years
900 (11.8%)
65-74 years
806 (10.5%)
75-84 years
563 (7.4%)
85+ years
129 (1.7%)

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