North Melbourne vs West Melbourne VIC
Two Victoria suburbs, about 1.1 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| North Melbourne | West Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 14,953 | 8,025 |
| Median age | 31 | 31 |
| Median house price | $1,311,000 | $1,231,000 |
| Median unit price | $520,000 | $570,000 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $381 | $388 |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 9 | 10 |
| Tree canopy | 9% | 3% |
| Population 2011 | 11,755 | 3,744 |
What stands out
North Melbourne's median house price is about 6% above West Melbourne's.
West Melbourne ranks higher on the SEIFA advantage scale (decile 10 vs 9).
North Melbourne is the greener of the two (9% vs 3% tree canopy).
Growth since 2011: North Melbourne +27%, West Melbourne +114%.
Quick answers
Which is cheaper to buy a house, North Melbourne or West Melbourne?
West Melbourne, on medians: $1,231,000 vs $1,311,000.
How far apart are North Melbourne and West Melbourne?
About 1.1 km apart in a straight line — both in Victoria.