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St Albans

VIC 3021 • Greater Melbourne

38,042
Population (2021)
$25,532
Median Income
12.87 km²
Area
$325/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalAffordableFamily-FriendlySuburban

About St Albans

St Albans is a major residential suburb in Melbourne's western corridor, approximately 17 kilometres north-west of the CBD within the City of Brimbank. With a population of 38,042, it is one of Melbourne's largest and most culturally diverse suburbs, recording strong growth since the 2016 census when it had 37,309 residents. The median household income of approximately $1,205 per week reflects a working-class to lower-middle-class demographic, with housing stock primarily consisting of established post-war homes and units across its 13 square kilometre footprint.

St Albans is renowned as one of Australia's most vibrant multicultural communities, with Vietnamese Australians representing the largest ancestry group alongside Filipino, Indian, Chinese, Maltese, and Eastern European communities. Main Road West and St Albans Road form the commercial spine, lined with Vietnamese restaurants, Asian grocery stores, bakeries, and fresh produce markets. The rebuilt St Albans railway station on the Sunbury line provides direct services to Melbourne CBD, and extensive bus networks connect residents to surrounding shopping centres including Watergardens and Brimbank Central, while daycare centres, primary schools, secondary schools, and Victoria University all serve the local community.

St Albans falls under postcode 3021 and is governed by Brimbank Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the St Albans (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3021
Urban Area
Keilor
LGA / Council
Brimbank
Federal Electorate
Fraser
State Electorate
St Albans (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.75°, 144.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
12.87 km²
Elevation
64m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

St Albans
0.5 km
7 min

Bus Services

  • Multiple routes via St Albans station interchange — Sunshine, Watergardens, Brimbank Central, Deer Park 10-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
35-40 min to Flinders Street via Sunbury Line
By Car (Peak)
40-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Direct Sunbury line train; frequent services. Western Ring Road provides highway access.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The Main Road West commercial strip is walkable from central areas; surrounding residential streets require a car or bus for larger shopping trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$325
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
37,309
Census 2021
38,042
▲ 2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$21,684
Income 2021
$25,532
▲ 17.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 12,368
Born Overseas 22,222

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 8,176
  • 2. India 2,222
  • 3. Philippines 1,148
  • 4. Malta 1,046
  • 5. Iraq 534
  • 6. Croatia 522
  • 7. Pakistan 515
  • 8. North Macedonia 508
  • 9. New Zealand 496
  • 10. Greece 449

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 9,789
Australian 3,002
English 2,871
Chinese 2,799
Maltese 1,679
Indian 1,586
Filipino 1,418
Croatian 934
Greek 864
Italian 849

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,682
Both parents born in Australia
30,157
Both parents born overseas
1,614
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.6%
No Religion
19.9%
Buddhism
15.6%
Islam
5.9%
Hinduism
3.9%
Sikhism
3.3%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,142 (5.6%)
5-14 years
4,076 (10.7%)
15-19 years
2,012 (5.3%)
20-24 years
2,905 (7.6%)
25-34 years
6,756 (17.8%)
35-44 years
4,909 (12.9%)
45-54 years
4,310 (11.3%)
55-64 years
4,153 (10.9%)
65-74 years
3,643 (9.6%)
75-84 years
2,216 (5.8%)
85+ years
926 (2.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Albans known for? +

St Albans is best known for its extraordinary cultural diversity and thriving Vietnamese food scene. Main Road West is lined with Vietnamese restaurants, Asian grocery stores, and bakeries, reflecting the suburb's status as one of Melbourne's most multicultural communities with residents from Vietnamese, Filipino, Indian, Chinese, Maltese, and Eastern European backgrounds.

How far is St Albans from Melbourne CBD? +

St Albans is approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's Central Business District. By train on the Sunbury line, the journey to Flinders Street takes around 35-40 minutes, while driving off-peak takes approximately 25-35 minutes.

Does St Albans have public transport? +

Yes — St Albans is well-served by the rebuilt St Albans railway station on the Sunbury line, which provides direct services to Melbourne CBD. The station also functions as a major bus interchange, connecting residents to Sunshine, Watergardens, Brimbank Central, and surrounding suburbs.

What is the population of St Albans? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Albans has a population of 38,042, making it one of Melbourne's largest outer-western suburbs. The population grew from 37,309 in 2016, reflecting continued residential demand in the Brimbank area.

Is St Albans a good place to live? +

St Albans is an affordable and highly multicultural suburb that appeals particularly to families and communities with Asian backgrounds. It offers excellent public transport, a diverse food scene, and access to schools and services, though prospective residents should be aware it is a working-class area with median incomes below the Melbourne average.

What is the postcode for St Albans? +

The postcode for St Albans, Victoria is 3021.