Average rent in Meadow Heights, VIC2026

Meadow Heights sits in the Hume local government area, 18km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 14,890 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $346/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 31% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
14,890

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Melbourne
18 km
Households renting
31%
Separate houses
82%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
46%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Hume

Renting in Meadow Heights

Meadow Heights runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $346/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (65% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 31% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (82%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 34 and a population around 14,890. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 46% of residents were born overseas. Meadow Heights is 18km 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 Meadow Heights?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Meadow Heights, VIC was $346. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Meadow Heights rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Meadow Heights sat at $346 — 5% below the state average. The suburb is 18km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (82% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Meadow Heights have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Meadow Heights's $346/week (ABS 2021) include Cranbourne, Sunshine North, Dandenong - South. Reservoir - South East, Thomastown, Delahey 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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