Werribee - West, VIC 3916
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $360/wk Median
- 30.1% Renters
Werribee - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 22.3k
- Median age
- 32
- Median weekly rent
- $360
- To the CBD
- 38.3km
- Walkability
- 5.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Werribee - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Werribee - West is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 22,341 residents, a solid minority 30.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $360 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Werribee - West
Werribee - West Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Werribee - West Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Werribee - West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Werribee - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Werribee - West.
Is Werribee - West family-friendly for renters?
Werribee - West has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $360/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How much does it cost to rent in Werribee - West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Werribee - West is $360. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $360 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Werribee - West?
Locals describe Werribee - West as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 22,341, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Werribee - West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Werribee - West has a 30.1% 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.
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