Average rent in Seabrook, VIC2026

Seabrook sits in the Hobsons Bay local government area, 19km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 4,952 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $361/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 20% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$361/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
4,952

ABS 2021

Median age
37
Distance to Melbourne
19 km
Households renting
20%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
38%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Hobsons Bay

Renting in Seabrook

Seabrook runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $361/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (79% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 20% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (96%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 37 and a population around 4,952. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 38% of residents were born overseas. Seabrook is 19km 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 Seabrook?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Seabrook, VIC was $361. 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 Seabrook rent compare to Victoria?+
The Victoria state median weekly rent was $363 at the 2021 Census, while Seabrook came in at $361 — 1% below. Seabrook sits 19km from Melbourne, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 96% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Seabrook have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Seabrook's $361/week (ABS 2021) include Delacombe, Wandin - Seville, Monbulk - Silvan. Montrose, Langwarrin, Brunswick West 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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