St Helena
VIC 3088 • Greater Melbourne
About St Helena
St Helena is a quiet residential suburb in Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs, situated within the City of Banyule approximately 18 kilometres from the CBD. With a population of around 2,890, it is a well-established area characterised by leafy streets and generous block sizes. The suburb has a median age of 46 and strong household incomes, reflecting its appeal to established families and professionals. St Helena sits on elevated ground near the Plenty River corridor, offering a peaceful suburban setting.
St Helena is prized by families for its excellent schools, including St Helena Secondary College and several well-regarded primary schools. The suburb features extensive parkland, including Banyule Reserve and connections to the Plenty River Trail for walking and cycling. While local shops are limited, comprehensive shopping is available at nearby Greensborough Plaza. With a significant Italian-Australian community alongside English and Australian heritage, St Helena has a strong community feel with an established, family-oriented character.
St Helena falls under postcode 3088 and is governed by Banyule Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 517 — Eltham to Northland via St Helena 20 min to Eltham
- 518 — Greensborough to Eltham 10 min to Greensborough
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ No train station within the suburb. Most residents drive to Greensborough or Eltham station for city-bound trains on the Hurstbridge line.
Suburban area with some bus services but limited walkable destinations. Most residents rely on cars for daily errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths214 Aquaduct Roads St Helena 3088 VIC
Schools
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Gladstone Road
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Outlook Crescent
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155-205 Nell Street
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Civic Drive
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14 Brentwick Drive
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Mine Street
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130 Grimshaw Street
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210 Grimshaw Street
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251 Diamond Creek Road
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Henry Street
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315 Aqueduct Road
Housing 2021 Census
19 state housing + 50 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 102
- 2. Italy 50
- 3. China 38
- 4. New Zealand 24
- 5. India 22
- 6. Iran 21
- 7. South Africa 20
- 8. Greece 19
- 9. Malaysia 14
- 10. Croatia 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)