Airport West
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Airport West, VIC 3042.
About Airport West
Welcome to Airport West
Airport West sits around 13 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, tucked between the Tullamarine Freeway and the retail strips of Keilor Road. Named for its proximity to Melbourne Airport, the suburb has grown into a comfortable, family-oriented pocket of the city's north-west, bordered by Niddrie, Keilor East, Keilor Park, Strathmore Heights and Essendon West.
With a population of just over 8,000 and a median age of 39, Airport West has the feel of an established, settled community rather than a transient one. It suits families after a bit more space than the inner north, professionals wanting quick freeway access to the airport and city, and downsizers drawn to the mix of post-war houses and newer townhouse developments.
Lifestyle & dining
Daily life in Airport West revolves around a handful of well-used retail hubs, chief among them the Airport West Shopping Centre and the shops along Matthews Avenue and Fullarton Road. It's a practical, unpretentious suburb rather than a dining destination, with a solid spread of cafes, bakeries, Vietnamese and Italian eateries and family-friendly pubs that reflect the area's multicultural make-up. For a bigger night out or a wider shopping fix, Niddrie and Essendon are only a few minutes away.
Shopping
Airport West Shopping Centre is the suburb's retail anchor, offering supermarkets, discount department stores and specialty shops under one roof, while Keilor Road in neighbouring Niddrie adds a leafier strip of boutiques, cafes and grocers within easy reach. Bulk goods and homewares shoppers also benefit from the suburb's location near the Airport West and Highpoint retail precincts, making it a convenient base for anything from the weekly shop to a furniture run.
Getting around
The Tullamarine Freeway runs along the suburb's edge, putting Melbourne Airport around ten minutes away and the CBD a straightforward drive via CityLink. This makes Airport West popular with frequent flyers and anyone who needs quick access to the airport precinct's offices and warehouses. Public transport relies on a solid bus network connecting to nearby train stations at Essendon and Glenbervie on the Craigieburn line, while cross-suburban routes link residents to Keilor East, Strathmore Heights and Essendon West without needing a car for every trip.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of Airport West's quieter strengths, with local reserves and playing fields scattered through the suburb providing space for weekend sport, dog walks and family picnics. Steele Creek and the surrounding trails offer a more natural escape close to the Keilor East border, while the suburb's proximity to the Maribyrnong River parklands gives residents a longer-distance option for cycling and walking without straying far from home.
Housing & architecture
The current mix of listings, 46% houses, 36% townhouses and 19% apartments or units, reflects a suburb in gradual transition from its original post-war housing stock toward higher-density living. Classic brick veneer homes from the 1950s and 60s still line many streets, increasingly interspersed with modern townhouse developments that appeal to downsizers and young families wanting low-maintenance living close to the freeway and shops.
The property market
Airport West's median house price currently sits at $945,000, having climbed 7.4% recently, a sign of steady demand from families priced out of more expensive inner-north suburbs like Essendon. Units and townhouses offer a considerably more accessible entry point, with a median of $625,000, while renters can expect to pay around $650 a week across the suburb's housing types. Compared with neighbours such as Niddrie and Keilor East, Airport West remains a relatively affordable option for buyers wanting freeway access and airport proximity without the price tag of more established pockets nearby.
Market snapshot
Airport West property market
Median sale price
$945k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$760k
Median
$945k
Premium
$1.30m
Days on market
42
Auction clearance
75%
Sold this year
124
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Airport West by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Airport West, VIC 3042.
Population
8,173
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$1,761
median, per week
Median rent
$401
per week
Median mortgage
$2,085
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Airport West
$860k
2/109 McNamara Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$873k
102 Halsey Road
Sold ~July 2026
$930k
57 Kingsley Road
Sold ~July 2026
$831k
1/81 McIntosh Street
Sold ~July 2026
$780k
2/34 Clydesdale Road
Sold ~July 2026
$620k
2/15-17 Watt Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
2/27 Etzel Street
Sold ~July 2026
$740k
145 Marshall Road
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Airport West suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Airport West?
The median house price in Airport West, VIC is $945k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 7.4%.
How much is rent in Airport West?
The median weekly rent in Airport West is around $650 per week.
Is Airport West a good place to live?
Airport West is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 12 km (7.5 mi) north-west of Melbourne's central business district, located within the City of Moonee Valley local government area. Airport West is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 8,173.
What is the population of Airport West?
Airport West has a population of 8,173 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
How long do homes take to sell in Airport West?
Properties in Airport West take around 42 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 75%.
How much do you need to buy in Airport West?
Entry-level properties in Airport West start around $760k, while premium homes reach $1.30m.
What suburbs are near Airport West?
Suburbs near Airport West include Niddrie, Keilor East, Keilor Park, Strathmore Heights and Essendon West.
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