Romsey

VIC 3434 • Greater Melbourne

5,797
Population (2021)
$44,512
Median Income
81.22 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
Country TownFamily-FriendlyGrowth SuburbWine RegionRural

About Romsey

Romsey is a charming country town located approximately 60 kilometres north of Melbourne in the Macedon Ranges Shire, Victoria. With a population of around 5,000 residents, the town has experienced steady growth as families and professionals seek a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne. The community is predominantly Australian-born with a mix of young families and retirees, giving the town a warm, close-knit character.

The town features a vibrant main street with local cafés, a supermarket, and specialty shops, along with excellent community facilities including a recreation centre and public pool. Romsey is surrounded by rolling farmland and is a gateway to the Macedon Ranges wine region. The town attracts families seeking affordable housing, space, and a strong sense of community, with good local schools and active sporting clubs.

Romsey falls under postcode 3434 and is governed by Macedon Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3434
Urban Area
Macedon Ranges
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.35°, 144.72°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
81.22 km²
Elevation
534m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Clarkefield
16 km
N/A (drive)
Riddells Creek
18 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • 477 — Sunbury Station 40 min
  • Town bus — Lancefield 15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
70–80 min (from Clarkefield)
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
75–90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55–65 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Clarkefield or Sunbury station for city-bound trains

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre is walkable for daily errands but most trips require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,928
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.9%

5 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,746
Census 2021
5,797
22.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,060
Income 2021
$44,512
30.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,945
Born Overseas 583

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 198
  • 2. New Zealand 62
  • 3. Scotland 30
  • 4. United States 24
  • 5. Germany 20
  • 6. Italy 20
  • 7. Malta 17
  • 8. Ireland 15
  • 9. Sri Lanka 15
  • 10. Thailand 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,458
English 2,446
Irish 811
Scottish 705
Italian 338
German 260
Maltese 165
Dutch 107
Australian Aboriginal 83
Greek 75

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,818
Both parents born in Australia
928
Both parents born overseas
787
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.3%
Christianity
43.6%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
422 (7.3%)
5-14 years
772 (13.3%)
15-19 years
375 (6.5%)
20-24 years
265 (4.6%)
25-34 years
801 (13.8%)
35-44 years
743 (12.8%)
45-54 years
816 (14.1%)
55-64 years
719 (12.4%)
65-74 years
561 (9.7%)
75-84 years
269 (4.6%)
85+ years
57 (1.0%)

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