Melbourne University at a glance
Walk score
100
Walker's paradise
Population
7,297
Median age 26
The brief
What to know about Melbourne University.
The postcode for Melbourne University is 3052 (VIC), part of Greater Melbourne.
Melbourne University (3052) sits in the Moreland region of Victoria.
Melbourne University has roughly 7,297 residents, with a young, transient demographic. Households are dominated by renters. Day-to-day life here is very walkable, with most errands manageable on foot.
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Day to day
What it’s like to live here.
Melbourne University scores 100/100 on walkability, which makes it very walkable with workable public transport options. Coffee, groceries and a meal out are mostly walking-distance, which keeps a household viable on one car.
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, 2 government secondary, 7 Catholic, 4 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Melbourne University's population at 7,297, with a median age of 26. That sits as a young, transient demographic.
Population
7,297
Median age
26
Family households
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Lone person
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Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$396/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$337/wk
Owner occupied
–
Renter occupied
–
At a deeper level
7,297
Median age: 26
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Getting around
Walkability.
100
100
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Melbourne University.
Local schools for Melbourne University
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
University High School
Carlton Primary School
Carlton Gardens Primary School
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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 Melbourne University.
- What is the Melbourne University postcode?
- Melbourne University is in the 3052 postcode, in VIC, in the City of Moreland region.
- Where is Melbourne University?
- Melbourne University is a suburb of Melbourne, in VIC 3052. It is part of the Greater Melbourne area, in the City of Moreland region.
- What is the average rent in Melbourne University?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $396, for units it's $337.
- What schools are in Melbourne University?
- There are 20 schools serving Melbourne University on this page, including University High School, Carlton Primary School, Saints College.
- How walkable is Melbourne University?
- Melbourne University has a Walk Score of 100 out of 100, very walkable. transit score 100, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Melbourne University?
- Melbourne University is close to University Of Melbourne, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Carlton, Hotham Hill, Carlton South.
- What is the population of Melbourne University?
- The population of Melbourne University is approximately 7,297 (2021 Census). The median age is 26.
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Sources cited
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