Romsey

VIC 3434 • Greater Melbourne

5,797
Population (2021)
$44,512
Median Income
81.22 km²
Area
534m
Elevation

About Romsey

Romsey is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Macedon Ranges (Shire) area. With a population of 5,797 and a median income of $44,512, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 81.22 km² at an elevation of 534m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Situated at an elevation of 534m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Romsey offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

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
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

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,928
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 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
  • 11. India 13
  • 12. Netherlands 13
  • 13. Canada 9
  • 14. Lebanon 9
  • 15. Malaysia 8

🧬 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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