Essendon North at a glance
Median house
$981,000
Median unit
$430,000
Population
3,071
Median age 38
Walk score
50
Somewhat walkable
Prices: Median · Land Victoria · the latest published quarter (updated May 2026) · Population: 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $981,000 on a typical sale, above the Victoria median. Units come in around $430,000, roughly 56% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $196,000. Prices sit above the Victoria median, so plan for a stretched deposit and shop carefully on borrowing capacity.
Market
House prices in Essendon North.
Median house price
$981,000
Median unit price $430,000.
Median · Land Victoria · the latest published quarter (updated May 2026)
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
–
Weekly rent (unit)
–
Owner occupied
53%
Renter occupied
46%
At a deeper level
$981,000
$430,000
3,071
Median age: 38
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The brief
What to know about Essendon North.
Essendon North's median house price is $981,000 (Land Victoria's quarterly suburb median, the latest published quarter (updated May 2026)).
Postcode 3041 (VIC), City of Moonee Valley, part of Greater Melbourne.
Essendon North (3041) sits in the Moonee Valley region of Victoria. The median house here is $981,000, above the Victoria median of around $850K.
Essendon North has roughly 3,071 residents, with a typical family-age mix. Households are a roughly even mix of owners and renters. The area is somewhat walkable for a typical errand run, but a car still helps for grocery runs and weekend trips.
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What it’s like to live here.
Essendon North scores 50/100 on walkability, which makes it somewhat walkable with workable public transport options. A short drive opens up most amenities; a car-light household is workable but not optimal.
Summer days here average around 26°C (mild), winter mornings around 7°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 639mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Melbourne (Olympic Park) station, 64.9km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 6 government primary, 3 government secondary, 8 Catholic, 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Essendon North's population at 3,071, with a median age of 38. That sits as a typical family-age mix. Households are a roughly even mix of owners and renters (53% own, 46% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. Lone-person households are notable here (40%), often a marker of unit-heavy stock and walkable infrastructure.
Population
3,071
Median age
38
Family households
56%
Lone person
40%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
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Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Based on $981,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Based on $430,000 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202653%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
195
total offences in 2026
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2026· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
50
80
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Essendon North.
Local schools for Essendon North
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Essendon North Primary School
Buckley Park College
Niddrie Autistic School
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
639 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
26.0°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
6.5°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Melbourne (Olympic Park) (65 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Essendon North.
- What is the median house price in Essendon North?
- The median house price in Essendon North, VIC 3041 is $981,000 (Land Victoria's quarterly suburb median, the latest published quarter (updated May 2026)). The median unit price is $430,000.
- How much is my house worth in Essendon North?
- A useful starting point is the Essendon North median house price of $981,000 (units $430,000). Your home will sit above or below that depending on land size, condition, position and what comparable homes nearby have sold for recently. For a figure specific to your property, request a free property appraisal from a local agent using the form on this page.
- What is the Essendon North postcode?
- Essendon North is in the 3041 postcode, in VIC, in the City of Moonee Valley region.
- Where is Essendon North?
- Essendon North is a suburb of Melbourne, in VIC 3041. It is part of the Greater Melbourne area, in the City of Moonee Valley region.
- What schools are in Essendon North?
- There are 20 schools serving Essendon North on this page, including Essendon North Primary School, Buckley Park College, St John Bosco's School.
- How walkable is Essendon North?
- Essendon North has a Walk Score of 50 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 80, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Essendon North?
- Essendon North is close to Niddrie, Niddrie North, Essendon Fields, Cross Keys, Strathmore.
- What is the population of Essendon North?
- The population of Essendon North is approximately 3,071 (2021 Census). The median age is 38.
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Sources cited
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