Maidstone

VIC 3012 • Greater Melbourne

9,389
Population (2021)
$44,252
Median Income
3.16 km²
Area
39m
Elevation

About Maidstone

Maidstone is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Maribyrnong (City) area. With a population of 9,389 and a median income of $44,252, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.16 km² at an elevation of 39m, 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. Maidstone combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Maidstone falls under postcode 3012 and is governed by Maribyrnong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Footscray (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3012
Urban Area
Maribyrnong
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.78°, 144.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
3.16 km²
Elevation
39m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$381
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,032
Census 2021
9,389
4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,540
Income 2021
$44,252
31.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,684
Born Overseas 4,221

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,261
  • 2. India 442
  • 3. China 237
  • 4. Philippines 204
  • 5. New Zealand 141
  • 6. England 126
  • 7. Malaysia 121
  • 8. Italy 101
  • 9. Pakistan 63
  • 10. Greece 62
  • 11. Hong Kong 60
  • 12. Sri Lanka 47
  • 13. Indonesia 46
  • 14. Chile 42
  • 15. North Macedonia 42

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 1,654
English 1,644
Australian 1,528
Chinese 1,186
Irish 559
Italian 489
Scottish 424
Indian 386
Filipino 284
Greek 236

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,108
Both parents born in Australia
5,870
Both parents born overseas
883
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
37.1%
Christianity
34.0%
Buddhism
11.9%
Islam
6.1%
Hinduism
3.5%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
537 (5.7%)
5-14 years
936 (10.0%)
15-19 years
447 (4.8%)
20-24 years
661 (7.0%)
25-34 years
2,196 (23.4%)
35-44 years
1,636 (17.4%)
45-54 years
1,079 (11.5%)
55-64 years
827 (8.8%)
65-74 years
573 (6.1%)
75-84 years
309 (3.3%)
85+ years
184 (2.0%)

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