Westmeadows
VIC 3049 • Greater Melbourne
About Westmeadows
Westmeadows is an established suburban locality in Melbourne's northern corridor, situated within the City of Hume approximately 18 kilometres north of the CBD. With a population of 6,502 and a median age of 39, the suburb has a mature, working-class character with deep multicultural roots — Italian, Greek, Maltese, and Lebanese communities have long been part of the local fabric, reflecting decades of post-war migration. The suburb is set at around 95 metres elevation and covers just over 5 square kilometres of predominantly detached residential housing.
Melbourne Airport is in close proximity, making Westmeadows convenient for those working in aviation, logistics, and related industries. Local amenities include access to schools, parklands, and retail services in nearby Broadmeadows, while the Craigieburn rail line provides public transport connections into the CBD. Affordable housing and generous block sizes, combined with a strong sense of community among long-established multicultural families, make Westmeadows a practical and welcoming choice within Greater Melbourne.
Westmeadows falls under postcode 3049 and is governed by Hume Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Greenvale (Northern Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Erinbank Crescent
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Riddell Street
Housing 2021 Census
134 state housing + 9 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. Italy 201
- 2. England 122
- 3. Turkey 98
- 4. India 85
- 5. Sri Lanka 75
- 6. Lebanon 73
- 7. New Zealand 66
- 8. Malta 63
- 9. Philippines 60
- 10. Pakistan 56
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)