WEST FOOTSCRAY西富茨克雷

House Median
Local$945,000
Melbourne Median$1,083,043
Unit Median
Local$461,500
Melbourne Median$590,597
Safety Index
Local Crime Rate6,309
VIC Average6,810
Chinese %
Local6.1%
VIC Average6.6%
VCE Schools
Local0
Nearby3
Train Lines
Local Station Yes
Nearby Station Yes

WEST FOOTSCRAY Property & Rent

Price data: © State Government of Victoria | Rent data: LGA average

WEST FOOTSCRAY median house price is $945K, with +45% growth over 10 years, 13% below Melbourne median, unit median $462K.

Price Trend (2014-2024)

House Median Unit Median
House Price
$945,000
House Growth
+45%2014-2024
Unit Price
$461,500
Unit Growth
+28%2014-2024
3BR House
$650/wk
2BR House
$560/wk
3BR Unit
$650/wk
2BR Unit
$520/wk

WEST FOOTSCRAY Safety Index

Data source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (Oct 2024 - Sep 2025)

Crime rate of 6,309 per 100k residents, 7% below the VIC average. Relatively safe area.

Relatively Safe
Crime rate 6,309 per 100kBelow VIC average (6,810)
740
Total Annual Offences

Crime DistributionClick to view details

WEST FOOTSCRAY Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Total population of 11,729, 6.1% Chinese residents, near VIC average.

Population Overview

11,729
Total Population
3,131
/km² Density
6.1%
Chinese %
Near Average

Top Ethnicities

1
English
3,042 people
25.9%
2
Aust
2,881 people
24.6%
3
Irish
1,296 people
11.1%
4
Scottish
975 people
8.3%
5
Vietnamese
953 people
8.1%

Transport

9.3 km
To CBD
20 min
Drive to CBD
32 min
Transit to CBD
Has Station
Local station
Train Lines:
Sunbury line

WEST FOOTSCRAY Nearby Schools

Data source: VCAA 2025 VCE Results | Secondary schools with VCE results only

3 quality schools nearby, top score 74.7.

WEST FOOTSCRAY Nearby Suburbs

Property data: © State Government of Victoria | 7 neighbours

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WEST FOOTSCRAY Overview

WEST FOOTSCRAY is situated in Inner Melbourne and home to 11,729 residents, creating a population density of 3131 people/km² according to the ABS 2021 Census.

Property: The local housing market shows strong performance, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.9M, reflecting impressive growth of 45% over the past decade. Units are more accessible at a median price of $0.5M, having risen 28% over the same period.

Education: Families have access to quality schooling options, including the well-regarded Caroline Chisholm Catholic College, which achieved a ranking of #122 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.

Safety: West Footscray offers residents peace of mind with a crime rate of 6309 per 100,000 people, which sits comfortably below the Victorian average of 6810 (0.93x), making it a genuinely safe area according to Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025.

Demographics: The suburb reflects Melbourne's multicultural character, with Chinese residents making up 6.10% of the population (approximately 715 people), closely aligning with the broader Victorian demographic profile.

Transport: Commuters enjoy excellent connectivity, with the CBD just 9.3km away—a comfortable 20-minute drive. Public transport users benefit from direct train services via the suburb's station on the Sunbury line.

WEST FOOTSCRAY FAQ

According to Data Vic Q2 2025, WEST FOOTSCRAY has a median house price of $0.9M, up 45% over 10 years, and median unit price of $0.5M, up 28% over 10 years. Moderate price growth, suitable for owner-occupiers or long-term holdings.