Average rent in Thomastown, VIC2026

Thomastown sits in the Whittlesea local government area, 15km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 19,998 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 29% 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
19,998

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Melbourne
15 km
Households renting
29%
Separate houses
84%
Flats / apartments
6%
Born overseas
52%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Whittlesea

Renting in Thomastown

Thomastown runs roughly with the Victoria state median — renters typically pay $350/week, close to the $363/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (68% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 29% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (84%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 39 and a population around 19,998. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 52% of residents were born overseas. Thomastown is 15km 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 Thomastown?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Thomastown, VIC was $350. 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 Thomastown rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Thomastown sat at $350 — 4% below the state average. The suburb is 15km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (84% separate houses, 6% flats here).
Which suburbs near Thomastown have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Thomastown's $350/week (ABS 2021) include Reservoir - South East, Meadow Heights, Pakenham - North East. Werribee - South, West Footscray - Tottenham, Tullamarine 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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