Scoresby

VIC 3179 • Greater Melbourne

6,066
Population (2021)
$39,780
Median Income
8.69 km²
Area
62m
Elevation

About Scoresby

Scoresby is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Knox (City) area. With a population of 6,066 and a median income of $39,780, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 8.69 km² at an elevation of 62m, 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. Scoresby combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Scoresby falls under postcode 3179 and is governed by Knox Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rowville (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3179
Urban Area
Wantrina - Rowville - Ferntree Gully
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.91°, 145.22°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
8.69 km²
Elevation
62m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    1385 Ferntree Gully Road Scoresby 3179 VIC
  • ALDI
    800 Stud Road, Scoresby VIC 3179

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$406
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,023
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,022
Census 2021
6,066
0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,916
Income 2021
$39,780
20.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,439
Born Overseas 2,442

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 367
  • 2. India 323
  • 3. Sri Lanka 273
  • 4. Malaysia 248
  • 5. England 155
  • 6. New Zealand 87
  • 7. Hong Kong 81
  • 8. Vietnam 76
  • 9. Singapore 75
  • 10. Cambodia 57
  • 11. South Africa 52
  • 12. South Korea 51
  • 13. Philippines 46
  • 14. Afghanistan 44
  • 15. Italy 42

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,488
English 1,443
Chinese 1,111
Indian 430
Scottish 387
Irish 373
Italian 245
Sri Lankan 212
German 177
Greek 137

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,001
Both parents born in Australia
3,290
Both parents born overseas
570
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.3%
No Religion
35.0%
Buddhism
7.6%
Hinduism
6.2%
Islam
2.1%
Sikhism
0.8%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
285 (4.7%)
5-14 years
768 (12.7%)
15-19 years
423 (7.0%)
20-24 years
409 (6.7%)
25-34 years
693 (11.4%)
35-44 years
913 (15.1%)
45-54 years
885 (14.6%)
55-64 years
746 (12.3%)
65-74 years
603 (9.9%)
75-84 years
272 (4.5%)
85+ years
64 (1.1%)

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