Darebin
The City of Darebin is one of Victoria's largest and most diverse communities. Around one third of Darebin's residents were born in countries other than Australia. There is also a growth in the number of residents from Sri Lanka, India, Egypt and countries across the Middle East. In the last decade Darebin has seen growth in the number of people in their 30s and 40s.
Population: 128,067
Cultural diversity: Around 32 percent of people living in Darebin were born outside Australia. Migrants have settled in Darebin from:
- Italy (6.3%)
- Greece (4.4%)
- China (2.4%)
- India (1.9%)
- England (1.7%)
Main suburbs:
- Northcote
- Preston
- Reservoir
- Alphington
- Bundoora
Location: 10 km north of city centre
Education: Visit Schools Online and search for the main suburbs listed above to find schools in Darebin. There are two universities and three Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions in this municipality. To find out more about TAFEs, visit the Skills Victoria website.
Healthcare: There are two hospitals in Darebin.
Major industries:
- Paper and paper products manufacturing
Cost of housing:
| Type of housing | Median purchase price | Median rental price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit/apartment | $307,500 | $270 per week (2 bedroom flat) |
| House | $500,000 | $300 per week (3 bedroom house) |
The above prices are from June 2008. For the most up-to-date housing prices, visit the REIV website.
Further information: For more information, visit the Darebin City Council website.
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Last updated: 16 February 2009
State Government of Victoria