MELTON WEST梅尔顿西区

MELTON WEST is situated in Western Melbourne and home to 8,784 residents with a population density of 926 people per square kilometre, according to the ABS 2021 Census.

Property: The local housing market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.6M, representing an 81% increase over the past decade. Unit prices have also performed well, with a median of $0.4M after rising 57% over the same period.

Education: Educational options in the area include St Francis Catholic College, a nearby private school that achieved a ranking of #193 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.

Safety: Crime statistics from the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) indicate a rate of 10883 per 100,000 residents, which is 1.60 times the Victorian average of 6810, placing the area slightly above average for crime levels.

Demographics: The suburb has a modest Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 1.50% of the population, equating to approximately 131 people.

Transport: Located approximately 47.0km from the CBD, Melton West offers a 41-minute drive to the city centre by car. The suburb does not have direct train station access.