Average rent in Fawkner, VIC2026

Fawkner is part of the Moreland council area and sits 12km out from the Melbourne CBD, with around 14,002 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $380/week, which is above the Victoria median of $363/week. About 31% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
14,002

ABS 2021

Median age
35
Distance to Melbourne
12 km
Households renting
31%
Separate houses
84%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
45%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Moreland

Renting in Fawkner

Fawkner runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $380/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (66% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 31% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (84%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 35 and a population around 14,002. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 45% of residents were born overseas. Fawkner is 12km from Melbourne, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Fawkner?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Fawkner, VIC was $380. 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 Fawkner rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Fawkner sat at $380 — 5% above the state average. The suburb is 12km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (84% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Fawkner have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Fawkner's $380/week (ABS 2021) include Mernda - North, Truganina - South West, Point Nepean. Alphington - Fairfield, Craigieburn - West, Clayton South sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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