Campbellfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Campbellfield, VIC 3061.
About Campbellfield
Welcome to Campbellfield
Campbellfield is an established industrial and residential suburb sitting in Melbourne's northern growth corridor, roughly 16 kilometres from the CBD. Bordered by Dallas to the west, Broadmeadows to the north-west, Fawkner to the south, Lalor to the east and Coolaroo to the north, it occupies a well-connected pocket of the city that has long served as a workhorse of Melbourne's manufacturing belt.
The suburb appeals to first-home buyers and investors drawn by relatively accessible price points for Melbourne's north, as well as families who value proximity to arterial road networks, everyday retail and a tight-knit, multicultural community. It is a no-frills, practical suburb where land remains part of the mix and owner-occupiers are steadily reshaping older housing stock.
Housing & architecture
Campbellfield's residential streetscape is dominated by detached houses, which account for 89 per cent of current listings, with land making up the remaining 11 per cent. This high proportion of standalone homes on decent-sized blocks reflects the suburb's post-war origins, when broad allotments were the standard. Brick veneer homes from the 1960s through to the 1980s sit alongside a growing number of updated and rebuilt properties as owners respond to rising values by investing in renovations or knockdown-rebuilds.
The presence of land listings is a quiet signal of ongoing renewal. Buyers who can't find an existing home that ticks every box have the option of starting fresh, something that has become increasingly rare this close to Melbourne's inner north.
The property market
Campbellfield's median house price sits at $700,000, a figure that reflects both the suburb's improving reputation and the broader upward pressure on land values across Melbourne's north. Recent house price growth has come in at a strong 12.4 per cent, suggesting that buyer competition in the area is real and sustained rather than a brief spike.
For renters, the median asking rent is $530 per week for houses — a rate that remains relatively competitive compared with Melbourne's inner and middle-ring suburbs. That rental yield story, combined with the price growth trajectory, has caught the attention of investors who have historically overlooked the suburb in favour of its better-known neighbour, Fawkner. The dwelling mix, heavily weighted toward houses with some land still available, gives the market an unusual dual appeal: established-home buyers and those looking to build.
Getting around
Sydney Road is Campbellfield's main spine, connecting the suburb directly south to Coburg and the inner north, and north toward Broadmeadows and the Hume Freeway beyond. Bus services run along Sydney Road and connect to the broader northern network, with stops near Campbellfield Plaza providing a practical hub for daily commuters.
For those who drive, access to the Hume Freeway makes regional travel and cross-suburban trips straightforward. The proximity to Broadmeadows — one of Melbourne's major rail interchange stations on the Craigieburn line — gives residents a viable train option for city-bound commutes without needing to live right on the rail corridor.
Shopping & everyday amenities
Campbellfield Plaza on Sydney Road is the suburb's commercial anchor, bringing together a range of everyday retail and service options under one roof and in the surrounding strip. A 7-Eleven provides the convenience staples, while Officeworks caters to home-office and small-business needs — a nod to the suburb's mix of residential and light-commercial activity. Specialty retailers like FM Sounds and Top Tech Panels reflect the area's longstanding ties to trades and technical industries.
For a broader retail experience, neighbouring Broadmeadows is home to one of the north's major shopping centres, Broadmeadows Central, a short drive away. Fawkner to the south also adds dining and retail depth for residents who want more variety without heading into the city.
Parks & recreation
Green space in Campbellfield is distributed across several local reserves rather than one large centrepiece park, which means most residents are within reasonable walking distance of open air. Barry Reserve and William Canning Reserve offer grassed areas suited to informal sport and dog walking, while Seth Raistrick Reserve and Roebourne Crescent Reserve provide quieter pockets for families with young children.
The reserves are well-used by the local community and reflect a suburb that, while not defined by its parklands, takes the maintenance of shared outdoor space seriously. Councils in the area have progressively upgraded playground equipment and walking paths at several of these sites in recent years.
Schools & families
Campbellfield Heights Primary School is the suburb's local state primary option and serves the residential catchment that has grown in density over the past decade. Families with older children typically look to schools in neighbouring Broadmeadows and Fawkner for secondary education, both of which are easily accessible by road.
The suburb's family credentials are strengthened by its housing stock — a high proportion of three- and four-bedroom homes on generous blocks gives households room to grow. The relative affordability compared with inner-Melbourne suburbs means families can enter the market at a meaningful size rather than compromising on space.
Market snapshot
Campbellfield property market
Median sale price
$700k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$530
per week
Gross rental yield
3.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$600k
Median
$700k
Premium
$785k
Days on market
31
Auction clearance
76%
Sold this year
39
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Campbellfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Campbellfield, VIC 3061.
Population
4,977
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,110
median, per week
Median rent
$320
per week
Median mortgage
$1,600
per month
Mortgage / income
33%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Campbellfield
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Campbellfield
$890k
15 Augusta Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$670k
4 Maple Court
Sold ~June 2026
$550k
6 Carlisle Court
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Campbellfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Campbellfield?
The median house price in Campbellfield, VIC is $700k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.0%.
How much is rent in Campbellfield?
The median weekly rent in Campbellfield is around $530 per week.
Is Campbellfield a good place to live?
Campbellfield is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 13 km (8.1 mi) north of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Hume local government area. Campbellfield is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 4,977 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Campbellfield?
Campbellfield has a population of 4,977 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Campbellfield?
There is 1 school in or near Campbellfield, including Campbellfield Heights Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Campbellfield?
Properties in Campbellfield take around 31 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 76%.
How much do you need to buy in Campbellfield?
Entry-level properties in Campbellfield start around $600k, while premium homes reach $785k.
What suburbs are near Campbellfield?
Suburbs near Campbellfield include Dallas, Broadmeadows, Fawkner, Lalor and Coolaroo.
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