Regional Rail Link
The Regional Rail Link improves the efficiency of Melbourne’s train network through specialised rail lines for Geelong, Bendigo and Ballarat.
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West Melbourne is an increasingly popular city fringe location. Located 3km north-west of the Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD) West Melbourne’s local government area is the City of Melbourne.
The suburb is bordered by the Yarra River and its proximity to the CBD and Docklands make it an increasingly attractive location for those seeking an inner city residential location.
People
Includes single and couple households and older and established families.
Lifestyle
This prime city fringe location provides superior access to the CBD, a vibrant cultural life, great walkability and unique attractions such as Flagstaff Gardens and the Queen Victoria market.
Homes
New apartment developments and terrace homes with heritage value are of the housing options available in West Melbourne.
Population
The nature and size of the local population, both now and in the future, is a key driver of property demand. Better understanding the local population can assist property buyers to make better decisions.People
Total Population
Female
Male
Median Age
Family Composition
Families
Children per family
Occupation
Total Employed
Top Occupation
Top Occupation % Share
Income $/week
Personal
Family
Household
Family composition
Couple without Children
Couple with Children
One Parent Family
Age
Top age group
Top age number
Top age group % share
Industry of employment
Top Industry
Total Workers (in top industry)
Share of Employment
Dwelling Type (number)
Detached houses
Semi-detached houses
Flats, units or apartments
Dwelling tenure (number)
Owned outright
Owned with a mortgage
Rented
Location & Convenience
The Regional Rail Link improves the efficiency of Melbourne’s train network through specialised rail lines for Geelong, Bendigo and Ballarat.
Roads & Public transport
Bus
216 - Caroline Springs - Brighton Beach
219 - Sunshine South - Gardenvale
Tram
30 - St Vincents Plaza - Docklands via La Trobe St
55 - West Coburg - Domain Interchange
57 - West Maribyrnong - Flinders Street Station, City
Train
North Melbourne Railway Station
Roads
Dynon Road
Footscray Road
Citylink
Victorian data sourced from Public Transport Victoria (PTV) and VicRoads
Queensland data sourced from Queensland Government and TransLink
Employment Centres
Bordering the north-western streets of Melbourne’s CBD, West Melbourne offers residents accessibility to Melbourne’s academic hub, major employment hubs and entertainment amenities.
Plan Melbourne, the metropolitan planning strategy, establishes five new sub-regions to achieve a better balance between jobs and population growth across the city, and provides a regional basis for collaboration between all levels of government. West Melbourne is located in Melbourne's central sub-region.
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2011.