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Footscray

VIC 3011 · Maribyrnong

17,131 (2021) → 20,537 est. (2025) · High Growth

95
Overall score

Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.

17,131
Population
$976K
Median house (2024)
10
Safety score
100
Transport score

Footscray is a high growth suburb in Maribyrnong, VIC 3011, about 6km from Melbourne CBD. Its median house price of $976K is more expensive than the VIC average. The suburb has 10 schools, a transport score of 100/100, and is a short drive from the coast. Footscray has an overall score of 95/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 10/100.

6.0 km
To Melbourne CBD
4.6 km
To coast
Data not available
Median rent (house)
150 m
To nearest station
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Demographics

17,131
Population
34
Median age
2.1
Avg household

Age distribution

Median household income (weekly)$1,763
vs NSW median-4.7%
Median taxable income (individual)$57,798/yr
vs national median ($59,576)↓ -3%

ATO 2023-24, postcode 3011 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.

Bachelor degree or higher59.7%
Born in Australia50.9%
Dwellings: house / unit / townhouse2,325 / 3,856 / 1,127

Top countries of birth: Vietnam (8.52%), India (4.67%), England (2.19%), China (2.18%), New Zealand (2.04%)

Top languages: Vietnamese (10.52%), Mandarin (2.81%), Cantonese (2.33%), Spanish (2.02%), Nepali (1.45%)

Source: ABS Census 2021

Property

$976K+13.9%
Median house (2024)
$505K-4.7%
Median unit (2024)

Median price history

Median rent — house / unitData not available / Data not available wk
Rental yield (house)Data not available
Days on market (house)Data not available

Source: Valuer-General Victoria (DTF) · Updated 2024

Residential Safety

10
Residential

Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:

240
Break & enter dwelling1,401/100k
—
Steal from dwellingNot reported
225
Motor vehicle theft1,313/100k
95
Domestic assault555/100k
42
Robbery245/100k
283
Non-domestic assault1,652/100k

Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.

Residential incidents over time

Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.

Area crime context

Total recorded incidents: 3,440 (all categories, latest year)20,081 per 100,000 residents2-yr5-yr

An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (suburb-level) · Updated 2025

Schools

89

Outstanding school access

Top 20% nationally — strong, high-ICSEA schools nearby with genuine choice. An excellent suburb for families prioritising education.

269
Within 10km10 in suburb
7
Govt (suburb)
2
Catholic (suburb)
1
Indep. (suburb)

Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1073 (above the national average of 1000).

In suburb

  • St John's SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1136
  • Footscray City Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1125
  • Footscray Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1115
  • Footscray North Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1080
  • Footscray High SchoolSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 1078
  • St Monica's SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1051
  • SEDA College (Victoria) - Cricket Australia - FootscraySecondary · Independent
  • Western English Language School-Footscray CampusCombined · Government
  • Footscray High School - Barkly CampusSecondary · Government
  • Footscray High School - Pilgrim CampusSecondary · Government

Nearby (within 10km)

  • St Augustine's SchoolPrimary · Catholic · 1.8kmICSEA 1125
  • Footscray West Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2kmICSEA 1117
  • Yarraville West Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.1kmICSEA 1153
  • Maribyrnong CollegeSecondary · Government · 2.2kmICSEA 1064
  • Ascot Vale West Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.3kmICSEA 1029
  • MacKillop Specialist School - Flexible Learning Centre MaidstoneCombined · Catholic · 2.3km
  • SEDA College (Victoria) - Melbourne City Talented Player Program - KensingtonSecondary · Independent · 2.4km
  • Corpus Christi SchoolPrimary · Catholic · 2.4kmICSEA 1105
  • Kingsville Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.5kmICSEA 1118
  • Yarraville Special Developmental SchoolCombined · Government · 2.5kmICSEA 1006
  • Kensington Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.7kmICSEA 1153
  • SEDA College (Victoria) - Netball Ascot ValeSecondary · Independent · 2.7km

Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025

Transport

100
1Train
3Metro
15Light rail
98Bus
CBD commute (est.)20 min (train)
Peak train frequency92/hr
Nearest train stationGeelong Rd/Droop St #61 (150 m)

Source: TfNSW GTFS

Employment & Economy

Unemployment rate5.8% · vs VIC avg 4.5% ↑

Top local industries

Health Care & Social Assistance
12.8%
Professional, Scientific & Technical
11.6%
Education & Training
9.6%
Accommodation & Food Services
9.0%
Retail Trade
8.4%

Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census

Liveability

25.8°C
Summer max
14.2°C
Winter max
600mm
Rainfall/yr
6h
Sun/day

Amenities within 2–3km

Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.

2611 in suburbSupermarkets
147108 in suburbCafes/Rest.
8129 in suburbParks
2814 in suburbPlaygrounds
1171 in suburbPools
3613 in suburbGyms
2Dog parks
4018 in suburbGPs
259 in suburbPharmacies
197 in suburbChildcare
53 in suburbLibraries
19446 in suburbSports fields
5Vets

In this suburb

4Public toilets
33Hairdressers
Air qualityExcellent air quality (88/100, 2026-07-27)
Nearest beachSandridge Beach (5.0 km)
Nearest hospitalFootscray Hospital (400 m)
Nearest vet840 m
Nearest airportMelbourne (15.2 km)

Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)

Fitness

56

Decent access

Around the national average — a reasonable mix of fitness facilities, with more variety a short drive away.

36
Gyms
14
Leisure centres
1
Public pools
194
Sports fields

Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.

Source: OpenStreetMap

Outdoors

56

Some green space

Around the national average — a reasonable amount of parks and outdoor space nearby.

81
Parks
2
Nature reserves
64
Bike paths
0
Hiking trails
2
Dog parks
10
Picnic areas
5
Skate parks

Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.

Source: OpenStreetMap

Culture

69

Rich cultural scene

Well above average — a strong mix of cultural venues nearby.

1
Theatres
2
Cinemas
1
Museums
31
Galleries
5
Libraries
2
Arts centres
7
Landmarks

Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.

Source: OpenStreetMap

Entertainment Scene

74

Solid scene

Well above average for licensed venues — you won't struggle for a night out or a good meal.

17
Pubs & Hotels
0
Bars
6
Clubs RSL/Leagues
22
Dining & Licensed
Licensed venues per 1,000 residents1.34

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Source: VGCCC (Victorian liquor register) · Updated April 2026

Childcare

62

Strong options nearby

Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.

9
Long Day Care
5
OSHC
3
Family Day Care
Total services17
Exceeding NQS or above4 of 15 rated
Services per 1,000 residents0.99

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Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026

Aged Care

6
Services
2
Aged care homes
215
Residential places
3
Home care providers
Average Star Rating4 of 5 (2 rated homes)

Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.

Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings

Places of Worship

33
Christian7 in suburb
5
Muslim2 in suburb
2
Buddhist0 in suburb
3
Other0 in suburb
Total within 3km43
In this suburb9

Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.

Source: OpenStreetMap

Population & Growth

High Growth
Annual growth rate4.64%
Projected population 204127,450
Projected households 2041Data not available

Source: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI

Nearby suburbs in Maribyrnong

Seddon$965K99transportKingsville$1.03M85transportYarraville$1.11M99transportWest Footscray$755K99transportMaribyrnong$1.35M91transportMaidstone$860K91transport

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Frequently asked questions about Footscray

Is Footscray safe?

Footscray has a residential safety score of 10/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 20,081 per 100,000 across all categories.

What are property prices in Footscray?

In Footscray, the .

How far is Footscray from Melbourne CBD?

Footscray is about 6.0 km from Melbourne CBD, an estimated 20 minutes by public transport.

What schools are in Footscray?

Footscray has 10 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1098 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.

What is public transport like in Footscray?

Footscray has a transport score of 100/100, including 1 train station and 98 bus stops.

Data sources: ABS Census 2021 & ERP, NSW Valuer General, BOCSAR, TfNSW, ACARA, Bureau of Meteorology, OpenStreetMap, NSW DPHI. Data refreshed quarterly.

Data shown is from public sources and may not reflect current conditions. How we calculate scores.