Average rent in Niddrie - Essendon West, VIC — 2026

Niddrie - Essendon West sits in the Moonee Valley local government area, 10km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 7,460 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $435/week — above the Victoria state median of $363/week. 24% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$435/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
7,460

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Melbourne
10 km
Households renting
24%
Separate houses
66%
Flats / apartments
3%
Born overseas
21%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Moonee Valley

Renting in Niddrie - Essendon West

Niddrie - Essendon West is one of the more expensive parts of Victoria to rent in — the typical renter pays $435/week, around 20% above the state median of $363/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 74% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (66%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 10km from Melbourne, with a population of around 7,460 and a median age of 40. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Niddrie - Essendon West?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Niddrie - Essendon West, VIC was $435. 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 Niddrie - Essendon West rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Niddrie - Essendon West came in at $435 — 20% above. Niddrie - Essendon West sits 10km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 66% separate houses and 3% flats).
Which suburbs near Niddrie - Essendon West have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Niddrie - Essendon West's $435/week (ABS 2021): Brunswick - North, Croydon Hills - Warranwood, Greenvale - Bulla. On the higher end, you've got Ringwood North, Box Hill North, Burwood East. 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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