Ormond

VIC 3204 • Greater Melbourne

8,328
Population (2021)
$51,272
Median Income
2.07 km²
Area
$395/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedFamily-FriendlyLeafyCommuter BeltMid-Range

About Ormond

Ormond is a well-established residential suburb located approximately 12 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, within the City of Glen Eira. With a population of 8,328 and a compact footprint of just over 2 square kilometres, it is a moderately dense suburban community with a median age of 37. The suburb attracts a diverse mix of households, with English, Australian, and Chinese ancestry among the most common, reflecting a blend of long-term residents and newer arrivals.

Ormond is served by its own train station on the Sandringham line, providing convenient access to Melbourne's CBD. The suburb features a mix of period homes and modern townhouses, with quiet, leafy streets appealing to young professionals and families alike. McKinnon Secondary College is within close proximity and is a significant drawcard for families seeking a highly regarded public school, while the nearby North Road retail strip offers everyday dining and shopping options.

Ormond falls under postcode 3204 and is governed by Glen Eira Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bentleigh (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3204
Urban Area
Glen Eira
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.90°, 145.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
2.07 km²
Elevation
41m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$395
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,252
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.3%

24 state housing + 19 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,417
Census 2021
8,328
1.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,624
Income 2021
$51,272
29.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,904
Born Overseas 3,182

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 500
  • 2. China 418
  • 3. England 200
  • 4. South Africa 162
  • 5. New Zealand 109
  • 6. Greece 105
  • 7. Malaysia 91
  • 8. Vietnam 85
  • 9. Nepal 78
  • 10. Sri Lanka 69

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,041
Australian 1,895
Chinese 902
Irish 787
Scottish 615
Indian 539
Greek 502
Italian 369
German 256
Polish 230

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,678
Both parents born in Australia
4,283
Both parents born overseas
1,105
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.6%
Christianity
32.4%
Judaism
9.2%
Hinduism
6.5%
Buddhism
3.1%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
376 (4.5%)
5-14 years
1,032 (12.4%)
15-19 years
565 (6.8%)
20-24 years
592 (7.1%)
25-34 years
1,319 (15.8%)
35-44 years
1,156 (13.9%)
45-54 years
1,270 (15.2%)
55-64 years
954 (11.5%)
65-74 years
621 (7.5%)
75-84 years
334 (4.0%)
85+ years
106 (1.3%)

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