Altona Meadows
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Altona Meadows, VIC 3028.
About Altona Meadows
Welcome to Altona Meadows
Altona Meadows sits in Melbourne's south-west, roughly 20 kilometres from the CBD, tucked between the bayside charm of Altona and the newer growth corridors around Point Cook and Williams Landing. It's a family-oriented pocket built largely through the 1980s and 90s, offering a mix of quiet residential streets, local parks and easy access to the coast without the higher price tags of suburbs closer to the water.
With a median age of 41 and a population of 18,479, it's a settled, established community rather than a transient one. It tends to suit families, downsizers and first-home buyers looking for a practical, well-connected base in the west, within easy reach of Seabrook, Landing, Williams Landing, Laverton and Point Cook.
Lifestyle & dining
Daily life in Altona Meadows revolves around local shopping strips, sporting clubs and the nearby coastline rather than a single buzzing café precinct. Central Square and the Altona Meadows shopping centre cover the everyday essentials, while a short drive brings residents to Altona's beach, foreshore restaurants and the Point Cook Coastal Park for a change of scenery. It's a practical, low-fuss lifestyle suburb where weekends are more likely to involve a walk along the water or a junior football match than a trip into the city.
Shopping
Residents are well served locally, with Central Square shopping centre acting as the suburb's retail hub for groceries, cafes and everyday services. For bigger shopping trips, Williams Landing and Point Cook both offer larger centres and homemaker precincts within a short drive, giving Altona Meadows households a good balance of convenience at home and choice nearby.
Getting around
Altona Meadows doesn't have its own train station, but Laverton and Williams Landing stations are both within easy reach and provide access to the Werribee line into the city. Local and connecting bus routes link the suburb to these stations as well as to Altona and Point Cook, and the Princes Freeway and Point Cook Road make driving to the CBD, the airport or elsewhere in the west straightforward. It's a suburb that works well for car owners, though train commuters have workable options close by.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for, with Altona Green Primary School, Altona Meadows Primary School and Queen of Peace Primary School all serving the local area. Combined with numerous playgrounds, sports ovals and the nearby wetlands and reserves, the suburb has long been a practical choice for families wanting space, established schools and a sense of community without straying too far from the coast.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of Altona Meadows' strong points, with the Cheetham Wetlands and various local reserves offering walking tracks and spots for birdwatching, plus plenty of suburban parks for weekend sport. The nearby Altona foreshore and Point Cook Coastal Park extend the recreational options further, giving residents easy access to both bayside walks and open parkland without leaving the local area.
The property market
Altona Meadows presents as an accessible entry point to Melbourne's west, with a median house price of $765,000 after recent growth of 3.9%, and units typically trading around $550,000. Median rent sits at $530 a week, reflecting steady demand from both owner-occupiers and tenants drawn to the suburb's location and amenity. Current listings are dominated by houses (68%), with apartments and units making up 21%, townhouses 7% and land 5%, underlining its character as a predominantly house-and-yard suburb rather than a medium-density one. For buyers priced out of Altona proper or Williams Landing, Altona Meadows continues to offer comparatively good value within the same broad pocket of the west.
Market snapshot
Altona Meadows property market
Median sale price
$765k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$530
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$625k
Median
$765k
Premium
$921k
Days on market
29
Auction clearance
89%
Sold this year
140
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Altona Meadows by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Altona Meadows, VIC 3028.
Population
18,479
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$1,573
median, per week
Median rent
$341
per week
Median mortgage
$1,700
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Altona Meadows
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Altona Meadows
$865k
6 Duane Court
Sold ~July 2026
$880k
6 Missen Court
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
35 Linden Street
Sold ~July 2026
$990k
11 Wrede Court
Sold ~July 2026
$553k
2/64 South Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$593k
2/42 Bruce Street South
Sold ~July 2026
$635k
1/42 Bruce Street South
Sold ~July 2026
$500k
108/79 Merton Street
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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Properties & amenities in Altona Meadows
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Common questions
Altona Meadows suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Altona Meadows?
The median house price in Altona Meadows, VIC is $765k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.9%.
How much is rent in Altona Meadows?
The median weekly rent in Altona Meadows is around $530 per week.
Is Altona Meadows a good place to live?
Altona Meadows is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 17 km (11 mi) south-west of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Hobsons Bay local government area. Altona Meadows is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 18,479 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Altona Meadows?
Altona Meadows has a population of 18,479 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in Altona Meadows?
There are 3 schools in or near Altona Meadows, including Altona Green Primary School, Altona Meadows Primary School and Queen of Peace Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Altona Meadows?
Properties in Altona Meadows take around 29 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 89%.
How much do you need to buy in Altona Meadows?
Entry-level properties in Altona Meadows start around $625k, while premium homes reach $921k.
What suburbs are near Altona Meadows?
Suburbs near Altona Meadows include Seabrook, Landing, Williams Landing, Laverton and Point Cook.
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