WEST MELBOURNE西墨尔本

WEST MELBOURNE is located in Inner Melbourne. According to the ABS 2021 Census, this vibrant suburb has a population of 8,025 residents living at a density of 1,219 people per square kilometre.

Property: The local property market shows strong growth according to Data Vic Q2 2025, with median house prices reaching $1.4M (representing a 34% increase over the past 10 years) and median unit prices at $0.5M (up 21% over the same period).

Education: Educational options include Simonds Catholic College, a local private school that ranked #174 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.

Safety: Crime statistics from the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) indicate a rate of 15,888 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 2.33 times the Victorian average of 6,810, placing it above the state average for crime rates.

Demographics: The suburb features significant cultural diversity, with Chinese residents making up 21.20% of the population (approximately 1,701 people), creating a substantial Chinese community presence.

Transport: West Melbourne offers excellent connectivity, positioned approximately 7.1km from the CBD with a 17-minute drive time. The suburb benefits from comprehensive rail access through its train station, which services the Craigieburn, Sunbury, Upfield, Werribee, and Williamstown lines.