Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie, VIC 3282
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $382/wk Median
- 29.5% Renters
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 16k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $382
- To the CBD
- 9km
- Walkability
- 9
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
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.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 16,042 residents, a solid minority 29.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $382 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie
Real questions renters ask before moving to Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie.
Is Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie family-friendly for renters?
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie has around 9 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $382/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie walkable?
Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie carries a walkability score of 9.0/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie has a 29.5% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
What's the community like in Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie?
Locals describe Essendon (West) - Aberfeldie as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 16,042, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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