Coburg North
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Coburg North, VIC 3058.
About Coburg North
Welcome to Coburg North
Coburg North sits in Melbourne's inner-north, roughly 11 kilometres from the CBD, sandwiched between the established shopping strips of Coburg and the quieter residential streets of Pascoe Vale and Hadfield. It's a suburb that has long flown a little under the radar compared to its trendier neighbours further south, offering a more relaxed, suburban pace while still keeping the city within easy reach.
With a population of 8,327 and a median age of 38, Coburg North attracts a mix of young families, first-home buyers and long-term locals drawn to its solid brick homes, wide streets and proximity to Merri Creek's green corridors. It suits buyers who want inner-city convenience without inner-city prices, and who don't mind a suburb still quietly working out its own identity.
Lifestyle & dining
Coburg North doesn't have a bustling café strip of its own, and that's part of its appeal for residents who prefer a quieter home base. Sydney Road in neighbouring Coburg is only a short drive or bike ride away, bringing with it a long run of Middle Eastern bakeries, Italian delis, bars and restaurants that have made the strip one of the more characterful shopping precincts in Melbourne's north. Pascoe Vale South and Coburg's Victoria Street also offer everyday cafés and local eateries for residents who want to stay closer to home.
Getting around
Public transport is a strong point for the suburb, with the Upfield train line running along its eastern edge and connecting residents to the city in around 20 to 25 minutes. Merlynston and Coburg stations both sit within easy reach depending on which part of the suburb you're in, and bus routes fill in the gaps for those heading to Pascoe Vale, Fawkner or Hadfield. Drivers benefit from good access to the Metropolitan Ring Road and Sydney Road, making both the CBD and Melbourne's northern growth corridors straightforward to reach.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for, with the Australian International Academy of Education's senior campus located in the suburb, offering a bilingual, values-based education option for local secondary students. Coburg North Primary School and a range of other government and independent schools in Coburg, Pascoe Vale and Fawkner round out the options, giving parents plenty of choice within a short drive.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's proximity to Merri Creek and its surrounding parkland is one of its quiet strengths, offering walking and cycling trails that wind through bushland reserves and connect all the way through to Coburg Lake and Yarra Bend further south. Local ovals and reserves scattered through the streets provide space for weekend sport, while Coburg's Victoria Park and the historic Coburg Lake Reserve are both within easy reach for a change of scenery.
The property market
Coburg North's median house price currently sits at $993,000, having recorded modest growth of 2.5% recently, a sign of steady rather than explosive demand. Median rents of $700 a week reflect solid interest from tenants drawn to the area's transport links and relative affordability compared to suburbs closer to the city. Current listings show houses make up the bulk of the market at 53%, with townhouses accounting for a notable 36%, apartments and units just 9%, and land making up the remaining 2%, pointing to a suburb still dominated by traditional housing stock but with a growing townhouse presence for buyers after something lower-maintenance.
Housing & architecture
The streetscape is a mix of post-war brick veneers, older weatherboard cottages and a steady infill of newer townhouse developments, particularly on larger blocks that have been subdivided over the past decade. It's a suburb where renovators and knock-down-rebuild buyers have found opportunity alongside those simply after a well-priced family home, giving the area a somewhat patchwork but genuine character compared to more uniform new estates.
Market snapshot
Coburg North property market
Median sale price
$993k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
3.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$771k
Median
$993k
Premium
$1.39m
Days on market
47
Auction clearance
72%
Sold this year
64
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +1.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Coburg North by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Coburg North, VIC 3058.
Population
8,327
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,981
median, per week
Median rent
$401
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Coburg North
Independent & Catholic schools
Australian International Academy of Education - Senior Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Coburg North
$700k
86 Camera Walk
Sold ~July 2026
$870k
10 Cyan Walk
Sold ~July 2026
$1.14m
1 Tilley Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.44m
18 Golf Road
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
6/28 Lorensen Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.12m
6 Alexander Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$675k
7/33 Merlyn Street
Sold ~July 2026
$675k
4/41 Arthur 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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Common questions
Coburg North suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Coburg North?
The median house price in Coburg North, VIC is $993k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.5%.
How much is rent in Coburg North?
The median weekly rent in Coburg North is around $700 per week.
Is Coburg North a good place to live?
Coburg North is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 9 km (5.6 mi) north of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the Cities of Darebin and Merri-bek local government areas. Coburg North is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 8,327 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Coburg North?
Coburg North has a population of 8,327 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Coburg North?
There is 1 school in or near Coburg North, including Australian International Academy of Education - Senior Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Coburg North?
Properties in Coburg North take around 47 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 72%.
How much do you need to buy in Coburg North?
Entry-level properties in Coburg North start around $771k, while premium homes reach $1.39m.
What suburbs are near Coburg North?
Suburbs near Coburg North include Pascoe Vale, Hadfield, Fawkner, Coburg and Pascoe Vale South.
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