Skye

VIC 3977 • Greater Melbourne

8,088
Population (2021)
$43,888
Median Income
16.64 km²
Area
31m
Elevation

About Skye

Skye is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Frankston (City) area. With a population of 8,088 and a median income of $43,888, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 16.64 km² at an elevation of 31m, 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. Skye combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Skye falls under postcode 3977 and is governed by Frankston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Carrum (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3977
Urban Area
Frankston - East
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.10°, 145.21°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
16.64 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,096
Census 2021
8,088
0.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,076
Income 2021
$43,888
18.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,108
Born Overseas 1,731

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 365
  • 2. New Zealand 187
  • 3. India 126
  • 4. Philippines 121
  • 5. South Africa 73
  • 6. Sri Lanka 66
  • 7. Scotland 45
  • 8. Fiji 42
  • 9. Afghanistan 39
  • 10. Italy 33
  • 11. Mauritius 32
  • 12. Thailand 32
  • 13. China 30
  • 14. Poland 29
  • 15. Vietnam 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,100
Australian 3,038
Scottish 758
Irish 727
Italian 366
German 287
Indian 223
Dutch 204
Filipino 185
Greek 177

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,980
Both parents born in Australia
2,567
Both parents born overseas
1,245
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.1%
Christianity
40.6%
Hinduism
1.8%
Islam
1.7%
Buddhism
1.6%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
565 (7.0%)
5-14 years
1,175 (14.5%)
15-19 years
557 (6.9%)
20-24 years
560 (6.9%)
25-34 years
1,028 (12.7%)
35-44 years
1,233 (15.2%)
45-54 years
1,208 (14.9%)
55-64 years
973 (12.0%)
65-74 years
485 (6.0%)
75-84 years
250 (3.1%)
85+ years
65 (0.8%)

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