Montmorency
VIC 3094 • Greater Melbourne
About Montmorency
Montmorency is a leafy, family-oriented suburb located 18 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD in the City of Banyule. With a population of around 9,250, it has a strong community feel characterised by tree-lined streets, generous block sizes, and a village atmosphere. The suburb sits at an elevation of 93 metres and covers 3.8 square kilometres, offering a semi-bushland lifestyle while remaining well-connected to the city.
Known locally as "Monty", the suburb centres around Were Street, which offers cafes, restaurants, and everyday shopping. Montmorency is popular with families thanks to its excellent schools, abundant parks, and proximity to bushland trails along the Plenty River. Hazelhurst Regional Gallery and the Eltham arts precinct are nearby, adding cultural appeal to the area.
Montmorency falls under postcode 3094 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 513 — Eltham to Greensborough 15 min
- 517 — Montmorency to Ivanhoe 25 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Direct Hurstbridge line service to Flinders Street
Were Street shops and station are walkable from most areas; outer streets are more car-dependent.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Rattray Road
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Para Road
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Buena Vista Drive
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90 Mayona Road
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 337
- 2. New Zealand 107
- 3. China 81
- 4. Italy 78
- 5. India 61
- 6. Scotland 61
- 7. Malaysia 57
- 8. Germany 54
- 9. United States 46
- 10. South Africa 37
- 11. Iran 31
- 12. Sri Lanka 28
- 13. Canada 27
- 14. Singapore 25
- 15. Vietnam 24
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)