Suburb Profiles Greater Melbourne Brimbank

Brimbank

The City of Brimbank is the second largest municipality in Melbourne, located in the Western Region about 20 kms from the central business district.

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Albanvale

Albanvale is an aesthetically appealing suburb with mostly tree lined streets and plentiful green spaces and parks, close to the Tullamarine Airport and about 19kms from the Melbourne CBD.

Albion

Albion is a Melbourne suburb in Victoria, Australia, located 14 kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD and within the City of Brimbank local government area. At the 2021 census, Albion had a population of 4,334.

Ardeer

Ardeer is a small suburb of Melbourne located approximately 16km west of the Melbourne CBD.

Brooklyn

10km west of Melbourne's CBD, in the local government areas of the Cities of Brimbank and Hobsons Bay, lies the Brooklyn neighbourhood of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Brooklyn is a largely industrial suburb with a small pocket of low-density residential housing in the south.

Cairnlea

Cairnlea is a new estate located 17km north-west of the Melbourne CBD.

Deer Park

Deer Park is located about 17 km west of Melbourne's CBD.

Delahey

Delahey is a peaceful residential suburb located about 20 km northwest of Melbourne’s CBD, within the City of Brimbank. It is home to approximately 8,000 residents, with most housing developed in the mid‑to‑late 1980s on former farmland. The suburb features tidy brick family houses and a relaxed, community‑oriented vibe.

Derrimut

Derrimut is a modern and emerging outer-western suburb within the City of Brimbank. It officially separated from Deer Park in 1998.

Hillside

Hillside spans across the Cities of Brimbank and Melton. It covers roughly 8 km² . The suburb was formerly part of Sydenham before being renamed.

Kealba

Kealba is a residential suburb located approximately 15 km north‑west of Melbourne’s Central Business District, within the City of Brimbank LGA. Established in the late 1960s, its name is a blend of neighboring Keilor and St Albans.

Keilor Downs

Welcome to Keilor Downs, a well-established and highly sought-after suburb located approximately 18 kilometres north-west of Melbourne’s CBD.

Keilor Lodge

Keilor Lodge is a small, peaceful suburb located 19 kilometres northwest of Melbourne’s CBD in the City of Brimbank. Covering just under one square kilometre, it offers a semi-rural, low‑density feel with generous blocks and green surrounds. The area is nestled near the Maribyrnong River corridor, providing a quiet lifestyle while remaining well connected to the city.

Keilor North

Keilor North is a tranquil suburb about 21 km north-west of Melbourne’s CBD, located within the City of Brimbank. Covering just 0.8 km², it is known for its semi‑rural, natural setting within Melbourne’s Green Wedge zone.

Keilor Park

Welcome to Keilor Park, a highly connected and established suburb nestled approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Melbourne’s CBD. Characterised by its generous block sizes and quiet, tree-lined streets, this pocket offers residents a relaxed, family-oriented lifestyle without sacrificing urban convenience.

Kings Park

Kings Park, located in Melbourne's western suburbs, offers a vibrant, family-friendly lifestyle. Ideal for families, professionals, and retirees, this suburb provides a perfect blend of convenience, community spirit, and access to amenities.

St Albans

Nestled approximately 16 kilometres north-west of Melbourne’s CBD, St Albans is a diverse and energetic suburb within the City of Brimbank. Originally established in the late 1880s following the extension of the railway line, it quickly grew from pastoral land into a thriving, self-sufficient community.

Sunshine

Welcome to Sunshine, a dynamic and historic suburb located approximately 12 kilometres west of Melbourne's Central Business District. Once the site of the famous H.V. McKay Sunshine Harvester Works, the area has transformed into a vibrant Metropolitan Activity Centre, proudly serving as a key hub for Melbourne's west.

Sunshine North

Sunshine North is a suburb lying 12 km west of Melbournes CBD.

Sunshine West

Sunshine West lies approximately 15 km west of Melbournes CBD.

Sydenham

Sydenham is a rapidly growing residential suburb located about 22 km northwest of Melbourne’s CBD, within the City of Brimbank. Covering approximately 3.6 km², it offers a mix of modern housing developments, well‑established shopping precincts, and green open spaces, all with convenient access to transport and major roads

Taylors Lakes

Taylors Lakes is a well-established, family‑oriented suburb located approximately 20 km north‑west of Melbourne’s CBD, within the City of Brimbank. The suburb covers around 7.8 km² and had a population of 16,910 at the 2021 Census. The average age is about 41, and many households are couples with children, with a high proportion of home ownership either outright or with a mortgage.