Gowanbrae at a glance
Median house
$880,000
Median unit
$735,000
Walk score
10
Very car dependent
Population
2,971
Median age 40
The brief
What to know about Gowanbrae.
The postcode for Gowanbrae is 3043 (VIC), part of Greater Melbourne.
The median house price in Gowanbrae is $880,000.
Gowanbrae (3043) sits in the Brimbank region of Victoria. The median house here is $880,000, in line with the Victoria median of around $850K.
Gowanbrae has roughly 2,971 residents, with a typical family-age mix. Households are predominantly owner-occupied. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.
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Day to day
What it’s like to live here.
Gowanbrae scores 10/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with workable public transport options. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.
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 9 government primary, 2 government secondary, 5 Catholic, 1 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Gowanbrae's population at 2,971, with a median age of 40. That sits as a typical family-age mix. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (79% own, 12% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (77% family households, 21% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
2,971
Median age
40
Family households
77%
Lone person
21%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $880,000 on a typical sale, in line with the Victoria median. Units come in around $735,000, roughly 16% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $176,000. Prices are in line with the Victoria median, so the broader state lending settings apply.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$880,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $735,000.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$375/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$445/wk
Owner occupied
79%
Renter occupied
12%
At a deeper level
$880,000
$735,000
2,971
Median age: 40
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.22% (median rent $375/wk against a $880,000 price tag). Units yield 3.15% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (12%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20262.22%
Based on $880,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20263.15%
Based on $735,000 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 202679%
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.
53
total offences in 2025
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 2025· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
10
90
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Gowanbrae.
Local schools for Gowanbrae
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Government School Catchment
Glenroy West Primary School
Tullamarine Primary School
Gladstone Views Primary 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 Gowanbrae.
- What is the median house price in Gowanbrae?
- The median house price in Gowanbrae, VIC 3043 is $880,000. The median unit price is $735,000.
- What is the Gowanbrae postcode?
- Gowanbrae is in the 3043 postcode, in VIC, in the City of Brimbank region.
- Where is Gowanbrae?
- Gowanbrae is a suburb of Melbourne, in VIC 3043. It is part of the Greater Melbourne area, in the City of Brimbank region.
- What is the average rent in Gowanbrae?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $375, for units it's $445.
- What schools are in Gowanbrae?
- There are 20 schools serving Gowanbrae on this page, including Glenroy West Primary School, Tullamarine Primary School, School of the Good Shepherd.
- How walkable is Gowanbrae?
- Gowanbrae has a Walk Score of 10 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 90, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Gowanbrae?
- Gowanbrae is close to Strathmore Heights, Tullamarine, Gladstone Park, Glenroy, Cross Keys.
- What is the population of Gowanbrae?
- The population of Gowanbrae is approximately 2,971 (2021 Census). The median age is 40.
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Sources cited
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