Moorabbin

VIC 3189 • Greater Melbourne

6,287
Population (2021)
$48,828
Median Income
4.58 km²
Area
43m
Elevation

About Moorabbin

Moorabbin is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Kingston (City) area. With a population of 6,287 and a median income of $48,828, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.58 km² at an elevation of 43m, 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. Moorabbin combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Moorabbin falls under postcode 3189 and is governed by Kingston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bentleigh (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3189
Urban Area
Chelsea
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.94°, 145.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
4.58 km²
Elevation
43m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$431
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,300
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,895
Census 2021
6,287
6.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,724
Income 2021
$48,828
36.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,899
Born Overseas 2,137

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
  • 11. Scotland 45
  • 12. Malaysia 44
  • 13. Poland 43
  • 14. Germany 35
  • 15. Japan 30

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,741
Australian 1,579
Irish 656
Scottish 490
Chinese 407
Italian 402
Greek 388
Indian 334
German 223
Polish 163

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,292
Both parents born in Australia
2,884
Both parents born overseas
857
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.9%
No Religion
40.8%
Judaism
4.0%
Hinduism
3.2%
Buddhism
1.9%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
419 (6.7%)
5-14 years
753 (12.0%)
15-19 years
311 (4.9%)
20-24 years
301 (4.8%)
25-34 years
832 (13.2%)
35-44 years
1,061 (16.9%)
45-54 years
876 (13.9%)
55-64 years
695 (11.1%)
65-74 years
530 (8.4%)
75-84 years
358 (5.7%)
85+ years
161 (2.6%)

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