Broadmeadows, VIC 3462
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $331/wk Median
- 48.1% Renters
Broadmeadows Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.9k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $331
- To the CBD
- 14.7km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Broadmeadows Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Broadmeadows is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 13,859 residents, a substantial 48.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $331 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Broadmeadows
Broadmeadows Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Broadmeadows Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Broadmeadows
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Broadmeadows
Real questions renters ask before moving to Broadmeadows.
How far is Broadmeadows from the Melbourne CBD?
Broadmeadows is approximately 15km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 25-40 minutes.
What's the community like in Broadmeadows?
Locals describe Broadmeadows as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 13,859, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Broadmeadows a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Broadmeadows has a 48.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How much does it cost to rent in Broadmeadows?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Broadmeadows is $331. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $331 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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