Moorabbin
VIC 3189 • Greater Melbourne
About Moorabbin
Moorabbin is an established suburban locality in Melbourne's south-east, approximately 14 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Kingston. With a population of 6,287 and a median age of 39, the suburb attracts a broad mix of families and professionals, with a median household income of around $2,031 per week — above the Melbourne average. The area spans 4.6 square kilometres of predominantly residential land, featuring a mix of post-war homes and newer medium-density developments.
Moorabbin is home to Moorabbin Airport, one of the busiest general aviation facilities in Australia, serving light aircraft, charter operations, and flight training. The suburb is well-connected by road via the Nepean Highway and by public transport, with bus services and nearby Cheltenham and Highett train stations providing access to the CBD. A growing multicultural community, including Indian, Chinese, and Greek residents, adds to the area's diversity alongside its long-established Anglo-Australian population.
Moorabbin falls under postcode 3189 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bentleigh (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Genoa Street
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Worthing Road
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Rica Street
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14-28 Fletcher Street
Housing 2021 Census
65 state housing + 57 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 259
- 2. China 216
- 3. England 199
- 4. Greece 113
- 5. New Zealand 93
- 6. Philippines 67
- 7. Italy 60
- 8. South Africa 60
- 9. Sri Lanka 56
- 10. Ireland 51
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)