Nunawading
VIC 3131 • Greater Melbourne
About Nunawading
Nunawading is a well-established eastern suburb 17 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD, serving as a commercial and residential hub in the Whitehorse municipality. The Belgrave line provides direct city access, while Whitehorse Road's retail strip offers extensive shopping including major furniture and homewares stores. The suburb balances post-war homes with newer townhouse developments.
The suburb is known for its practical, family-oriented character—good schools, accessible shopping, and diverse dining options along Whitehorse Road. The multicultural community includes significant Chinese-Australian and Sri Lankan populations. Nunawading attracts families and young professionals seeking eastern suburbs quality at more accessible prices than neighbouring Box Hill.
Nunawading falls under postcode 3131 and is governed by Manningham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ringwood (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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70-86 Junction Road
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Jolimont Road
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161 Central Road
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Florence Street
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Mount Pleasant Road
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Laughlin Avenue
Housing 2021 Census
130 state housing + 23 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. China 1,080
- 2. India 572
- 3. Malaysia 293
- 4. England 283
- 5. Vietnam 216
- 6. Hong Kong 195
- 7. Nepal 152
- 8. New Zealand 141
- 9. Sri Lanka 121
- 10. Philippines 110
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)