Average rent in Broadmeadows, VIC2026

Broadmeadows sits in the Hume local government area, 15km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 13,859 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $331/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 48% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$331/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
13,859

ABS 2021

Median age
33
Distance to Melbourne
15 km
Households renting
48%
Separate houses
70%
Flats / apartments
11%
Born overseas
48%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Hume

Renting in Broadmeadows

Broadmeadows runs close to the Victoria median rent of $363/week, with renters paying around $331/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Broadmeadows from the state norm is its renter density — 48% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 70% separate houses and 11% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 13,859, the median age is 33, and the most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers. 48% of residents were born overseas. At 15km from Melbourne, Broadmeadows typically sees more rental turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point — useful context if you're comparing applications across nearby areas.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Broadmeadows?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Broadmeadows, VIC was $331. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Broadmeadows rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Broadmeadows came in at $331 — 9% below. Broadmeadows sits 15km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 70% separate houses and 11% flats).
Which suburbs near Broadmeadows have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Broadmeadows's $331/week (ABS 2021): St Albans - North, Buninyong, White Hills - Ascot. On the higher end, you've got Geelong West - Hamlyn Heights, Pakenham - South East, Frankston. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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