West Footscray
West Footscray Property & Rent
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West Footscray Safety
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Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
West Footscray Community Overview
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📍 About West Footscray
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.