West Melbourne
West Melbourne Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
West Melbourne 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 Melbourne Community Overview
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West Melbourne Schools
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Suburbs Near WEST MELBOURNE
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📍 About West Melbourne
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.