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Maribyrnong

VIC 3032 • Greater Melbourne

12,573
Population (2021)
$50,960
Median Income
5.49 km²
Area
39m
Elevation
RiversideInner WestGentrifyingMulticultural

About Maribyrnong

Maribyrnong is a diverse inner-western suburb of 12,600 residents on the Maribyrnong River, 7 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD. The suburb has gentrified while maintaining character, with Highpoint Shopping Centre providing major retail. River walks and parkland add natural amenity.

The river defines Maribyrnong—walking trails, kayaking, and waterside dining have transformed the area. The community blends Vietnamese and diverse populations with newer gentrifiers. Maribyrnong attracts those seeking inner-west lifestyle with river access and multicultural character.

Maribyrnong falls under postcode 3032 and is governed by Maribyrnong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Footscray (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3032
Urban Area
Maribyrnong
LGA
Maribyrnong
Federal Electorate
Fraser
State Electorate
Footscray (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.77°, 144.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
5.49 km²
Elevation
39m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Highpoint Shopping Centre 20-200 Rosamond Rd Maribyrnong 3032 VIC
  • Woolworths
    200 Rosamond Road Maribyrnong 3032 VIC
  • ALDI
    Edgewater Boulevard 11, Maribyrnong VIC 3032

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$396
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,216
Census 2021
12,573
▲ 2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,508
Income 2021
$50,960
▲ 25.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,646
Born Overseas 5,488

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,434
  • 2. China 449
  • 3. India 393
  • 4. Malaysia 216
  • 5. New Zealand 200
  • 6. Philippines 200
  • 7. England 178
  • 8. Italy 164
  • 9. Hong Kong 95
  • 10. Indonesia 88
  • 11. Croatia 82
  • 12. Chile 65
  • 13. Iran 65
  • 14. South Korea 62
  • 15. Greece 60

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,089
Chinese 1,974
Australian 1,897
Vietnamese 1,839
Italian 1,023
Irish 881
Scottish 560
Indian 447
Greek 401
Filipino 316

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,874
Both parents born in Australia
7,964
Both parents born overseas
1,253
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.5%
No Religion
36.7%
Buddhism
9.9%
Islam
3.1%
Hinduism
2.8%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
623 (5.0%)
5-14 years
1,097 (8.7%)
15-19 years
579 (4.6%)
20-24 years
1,003 (8.0%)
25-34 years
2,698 (21.5%)
35-44 years
2,087 (16.6%)
45-54 years
1,687 (13.4%)
55-64 years
1,357 (10.8%)
65-74 years
952 (7.6%)
75-84 years
366 (2.9%)
85+ years
114 (0.9%)

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