Skye

VIC 3977 • Greater Melbourne

8,088
Population (2021)
$43,888
Median Income
16.64 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanMid-RangeCommuter BeltEstablished

About Skye

Skye is a residential suburb in the City of Frankston, located approximately 40 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD on the fringe of the Mornington Peninsula. With a population of 8,088 and a median age of 36, the suburb is home to a mix of established families and younger households, with an average household size of 2.9 persons. Median household income of $2,004 per week places it comfortably in the mid-range for the outer south-east corridor.

Skye benefits from proximity to Frankston's town centre, which offers major shopping, services, and rail connections to the Melbourne CBD. The suburb is characterised by quiet residential streets, local parks, and easy access to Frankston Hospital and a range of educational facilities. The nearby Mornington Peninsula provides beaches, wineries, and outdoor recreation, making Skye an appealing choice for families seeking affordability and lifestyle within reach of both the city and the Peninsula.

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 / Council
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 2021 Census

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 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

🧬 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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