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Travancore

VIC 3032 • Greater Melbourne

2,116
Population (2021)
$53,404
Median Income
0.42 km²
Area
$351/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalUrbanStudent-HubCBD-AdjacentUp-and-Coming

About Travancore

Travancore is a small, densely populated inner-urban suburb located approximately 5 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD within the City of Moonee Valley, bordered by the suburbs of Flemington, Ascot Vale, and Moonee Ponds. With a population of 2,116 spread across just 0.418 square kilometres, it is one of Melbourne's most compact suburbs, characterised by medium-density apartment living and a distinctly young, multicultural demographic — the median age is just 33, and over 43 per cent of residents were born overseas, with significant communities from India, China, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Median household income of approximately $1,692 per week reflects a mix of young professionals and university students.

Travancore's location offers excellent access to Melbourne's inner north-west, with Route 57 trams along Flemington Road connecting residents directly to the CBD in under 20 minutes, and Flemington Bridge Station on the Craigieburn Line providing additional rail access. The suburb is within close range of Royal Park, the Melbourne Zoo, and the broader Parkville and Flemington amenity corridor, as well as the University of Melbourne and RMIT. Its compact, walkable streets lined with apartment buildings and shared facilities cater particularly to university students, young professionals, and newly arrived international residents seeking affordable inner-city living close to campus and city employment.

Travancore falls under postcode 3032 and is governed by Moonee Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Essendon (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3032
Urban Area
Moonee Valley
LGA / Council
Moonee Valley
Federal Electorate
Maribyrnong
State Electorate
Essendon (Northern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.78°, 144.94°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
0.42 km²
Elevation
27m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Flemington Bridge
0.6 km
8 min
Showgrounds
1 km
12 min

Bus Services

  • Route 57 tram — Melbourne CBD (Elizabeth Street) 15-20 min
  • Route 59 tram — Melbourne CBD (Flinders Street) 20-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
Approx. 12-15 min via Craigieburn Line from Flemington Bridge Station
By Car (Peak)
20-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Excellent tram access via Flemington Road (Route 57); CityLink/Tullamarine Freeway nearby for airport

Walkability Very Walkable

Most daily errands can be done on foot or by tram; well-connected to Flemington and Moonee Ponds shopping strips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$351
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,513
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.1%

7 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,480
Census 2021
2,116
▼ 14.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,052
Income 2021
$53,404
▲ 36.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,084
Born Overseas 918

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 159
  • 2. China 78
  • 3. Malaysia 50
  • 4. Philippines 47
  • 5. New Zealand 34
  • 6. Iran 33
  • 7. Vietnam 32
  • 8. England 29
  • 9. Indonesia 24
  • 10. Singapore 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 484
Australian 399
Chinese 249
Irish 218
Scottish 170
Indian 158
Italian 151
German 75
Filipino 59
Vietnamese 42

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

647
Both parents born in Australia
1,122
Both parents born overseas
224
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.0%
Christianity
26.6%
Hinduism
6.8%
Islam
4.6%
Buddhism
3.9%
Sikhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (3.8%)
5-14 years
101 (4.8%)
15-19 years
54 (2.6%)
20-24 years
244 (11.5%)
25-34 years
703 (33.2%)
35-44 years
376 (17.8%)
45-54 years
198 (9.4%)
55-64 years
158 (7.5%)
65-74 years
139 (6.6%)
75-84 years
52 (2.5%)
85+ years
15 (0.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Travancore known for? +

Travancore is known as a compact, multicultural inner-Melbourne suburb popular with university students and young professionals, offering affordable apartment living close to the CBD, excellent tram connections via Flemington Road, and easy access to Royal Park and the Melbourne Zoo.

How far is Travancore from Melbourne CBD? +

Travancore is approximately 5 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, around 12–15 minutes by train from Flemington Bridge Station or 15–20 minutes on the Route 57 tram along Flemington Road.

Does Travancore have public transport? +

Yes — Travancore is very well served by public transport. Flemington Bridge Station on the Craigieburn Line is approximately 600 metres away, and Route 57 trams run along Flemington Road providing frequent direct access to the Melbourne CBD and Docklands.

What is the population of Travancore? +

According to the 2021 Census, Travancore has a population of 2,116 residents, down slightly from 2,480 in 2016, spread across a very small area of 0.418 square kilometres. The median age is 33, reflecting a young demographic dominated by students and young professionals.

Is Travancore a good place to live? +

Travancore is well suited to university students, young professionals, and newly arrived international residents seeking affordable inner-city living with excellent tram and rail connections. The suburb's proximity to Royal Park, the Melbourne Zoo, and multiple universities makes it a practical and vibrant place to live, though it has limited local retail and is dominated by apartment developments.

What is the postcode for Travancore? +

The postcode for Travancore, VIC is 3032, shared with the neighbouring suburbs of Ascot Vale and Moonee Ponds.