Yarrambat

VIC 3091 • Greater Melbourne

1,602
Population (2021)
$45,084
Median Income
15.35 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralGreen WedgeFamily-FriendlyNatureBushland

About Yarrambat

Yarrambat is a semi-rural suburb located 27 kilometres northeast of the Melbourne CBD in the Shire of Nillumbik, known as the Green Wedge shire. With approximately 1,600 residents across 15 square kilometres, it offers a spacious bushland lifestyle on the urban fringe. The suburb is characterised by large blocks, native vegetation, and a strong sense of community.

Yarrambat is home to the Yarrambat Park Golf Course and the Yarrambat Park, which features sports facilities and bushwalking trails. The suburb attracts families and nature lovers who value the balance between semi-rural living and access to Melbourne's amenities. Local wildlife including kangaroos and wombats are commonly spotted. The nearby Diamond Creek and Greensborough provide shopping, dining, and essential services.

Yarrambat falls under postcode 3091 and is governed by Nillumbik Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3091
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.64°, 145.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
15.35 km²
Elevation
178m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Greensborough Station
8 km
Hurstbridge Line
Diamond Creek Station
6 km
Hurstbridge Line

Bus Services

  • 382 — Yarrambat to Greensborough 20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
27 km
By Train
55 min (from Greensborough)
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min

🛣️ Drive to Greensborough or Diamond Creek station then train to CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Semi-rural area with no shops or footpaths nearby; a car is needed for virtually all trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
47 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,588
Census 2021
1,602
0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,960
Income 2021
$45,084
18.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,329
Born Overseas 212

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 45
  • 2. England 33
  • 3. New Zealand 20
  • 4. India 11
  • 5. Greece 10
  • 6. Malaysia 9
  • 7. Sri Lanka 7
  • 8. Germany 6
  • 9. Lebanon 6
  • 10. Cambodia 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 596
Australian 523
Italian 242
Irish 193
Scottish 169
Greek 66
German 60
Maltese 43
Polish 17
Croatian 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

947
Both parents born in Australia
411
Both parents born overseas
174
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.2%
No Religion
35.3%
Islam
1.6%
Hinduism
0.9%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
42 (2.6%)
5-14 years
185 (11.5%)
15-19 years
129 (8.1%)
20-24 years
136 (8.5%)
25-34 years
114 (7.1%)
35-44 years
141 (8.8%)
45-54 years
281 (17.5%)
55-64 years
271 (16.9%)
65-74 years
174 (10.9%)
75-84 years
99 (6.2%)
85+ years
21 (1.3%)

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