Melba
ACT 2615 • Australian Capital Territory
About Melba
Melba is a family-friendly suburb in Canberra's Belconnen district, named after the legendary Australian opera singer Dame Nellie Melba. Located at the foot of Mount Rogers and 12 kilometres northwest of the city centre, it's home to around 3,400 residents. The suburb was developed in the 1970s as part of Canberra's planned expansion and features typical Canberra streetscapes with established trees and generous block sizes.
Life in Melba centres on family and convenience. The suburb offers three levels of schooling including Melba Copland Secondary School, making it practical for families with children of all ages. A local shopping centre with 7-Eleven petrol station provides daily essentials, while Westfield Belconnen is just minutes away for major shopping. Melba attracts young families seeking affordable entry into the Canberra market and investors looking for solid rental returns. The community values its quiet, established character and excellent parks.
Melba falls under postcode 2615 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ginninderra electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Local routes — Belconnen Town Centre 10-15 min
- R2, R3, R4 — City Centre (from Belconnen) 20-25 min
Commute to Canberra City
🛣️ Bus to Belconnen Interchange then rapid services (R2, R3, R4) to City. Light rail Stage 2B to Belconnen in planning.
Local shops and schools walkable; Westfield Belconnen accessible by bus or short drive.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bettington Court
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Copland Drive
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Starke Street
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Ratcliffe Crescent
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Tillyard Drive
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100 Starke Street
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O'Loghlen Street
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Hirschfeld Crescent
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 103
- 2. China 56
- 3. India 44
- 4. New Zealand 43
- 5. Germany 26
- 6. Philippines 25
- 7. United States 23
- 8. Chile 19
- 9. South Africa 19
- 10. Sri Lanka 19
- 11. Vietnam 18
- 12. Nepal 14
- 13. Greece 13
- 14. Italy 13
- 15. Malaysia 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)