Laverton North
VIC 3026 • Victoria
About Laverton North
Laverton North is a predominantly industrial suburb in Melbourne's western corridor, located approximately 18 kilometres west of the Melbourne CBD within the City of Wyndham local government area. With a 2021 Census population of 119 residents across around 51 dwellings, the suburb covers roughly 15.5 square kilometres and sits near the rural-urban fringe bounded by the West Gate Freeway to the south and Kororoit Creek to the east. Its land use is dominated by large industrial and commercial facilities, including metal recycling, manufacturing, and logistics operations.
Laverton North adjoins Derrimut, Truganina, Altona North, and the suburb of Laverton, and is well-connected to Melbourne's western industrial belt via the West Gate Freeway and surrounding arterial roads. The Federation Trail, a shared walking and cycling path, runs along the western edge of the suburb. While not a typical residential neighbourhood, the suburb is strategically located for businesses requiring proximity to Melbourne's port and industrial zones, and residents enjoy access to nearby Laverton for local amenities.
Laverton North falls under postcode 3026 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Laverton (Western Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 417 — Laverton Station and Hoppers Crossing 15-20 min to Laverton Station
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ West Gate Freeway provides direct road access to Melbourne CBD; industrial suburb with limited residential amenity
Predominantly industrial area with minimal walkable retail or services; car or public transport needed for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.