Williamstown, VIC 3522
Close to everything Melbourne offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $450/wk Median
- 25.7% Renters
Williamstown Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.9k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 8km
- Walkability
- 9.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Williamstown Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Williamstown is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 15,912 residents, a solid minority 25.7% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $450 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Williamstown
Williamstown Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Williamstown Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Williamstown
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Williamstown
Real questions renters ask before moving to Williamstown.
Is Williamstown walkable?
Williamstown carries a walkability score of 9.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
What's the community like in Williamstown?
Locals describe Williamstown as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 15,912, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Williamstown family-friendly for renters?
Williamstown has around 8 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $450/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 Williamstown?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Williamstown is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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