Coburg
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Coburg, VIC 3058.
About Coburg
Welcome to Coburg
Coburg sits about 8 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD, flanked by Brunswick West to the south-west, Thornbury to the east, and Pascoe Vale and Pascoe Vale South to the north. It occupies a comfortable middle ground between inner-city energy and suburban ease — close enough to the city for a quick commute, yet with enough breathing room for families, renters, and owner-occupiers who want a genuine neighbourhood feel rather than a postcode to perform.
The suburb draws a broad mix of residents: young professionals priced out of Brunswick and Fitzroy, families who value the spread of local schools, and long-timers who have watched Coburg evolve over decades without losing its unpretentious, multicultural character. Sydney Road is the main artery, threading through with a well-worn parade of cafés, independent retailers, and community institutions that reflect the area's diverse cultural make-up.
Lifestyle & dining
Sydney Road has long been Coburg's social spine, and it continues to deliver a genuinely eclectic dining scene — Turkish, Lebanese, Ethiopian, Vietnamese, and modern Australian all within easy walking distance of one another. The strip rewards the curious: storefronts that look unremarkable from the outside frequently turn out to be longstanding community favourites.
Beyond Sydney Road, Coburg's side streets offer a quieter kind of daily life. Local residents tend to have strong attachments to their immediate pockets, with neighbourhood cafés and corner stores doing steady trade. The suburb's multicultural roots give it a texture that newer, more homogenised inner suburbs can lack.
Shopping
Coburg's retail offer is anchored by the Coburg North Village shopping precinct and the broader Sydney Road corridor. The main strip accommodates everyday needs — supermarkets, specialty grocers, butchers, and bakeries — alongside more individual businesses. Coburg Hill Antiques draws collectors and decorators from across the north, and curiosity shops and independent traders continue to hold their own against the major chains.
For larger-format retail, residents are well served by nearby Pascoe Vale South and the Pentridge precinct, where the redevelopment of the historic bluestone prison site has added dining, cinema, and lifestyle retail to the neighbourhood mix.
Parks & recreation
Green space is reasonably well distributed across Coburg. Plumridge Park and McCleery Reserve are local favourites for dog walkers, weekend sport, and informal recreation. The suburb is also within easy reach of Merri Creek Trail, which connects north Melbourne's suburbs through a continuous linear parkland — popular with cyclists and runners who want to travel off-road.
Coburg Lake Reserve, one of the suburb's best-known green spaces, provides a pleasant focal point for families and those after an unhurried afternoon outdoors. The combination of established parks and creek-corridor trails means active residents are genuinely well catered for.
Schools & families
Coburg has a solid spread of schooling options at the primary level. Coburg Primary School and Coburg West Primary School serve the local community, while Coburg North Primary School is conveniently placed for residents closer to the suburb's northern boundary. For families with more specific needs, Coburg Special Developmental School provides specialist support in the area.
Beyond the government sector, Antonine College (Cedar Campus) and the Australian International Academy of Education both operate in or near the suburb, broadening the range of educational philosophies and curricula available to local families. Secondary students typically feed into nearby schools accessible via public transport, taking advantage of Coburg's strong connectivity to the broader north.
Getting around
Coburg is serviced by tram routes along Sydney Road providing direct access into the CBD, as well as local bus connections linking the suburb to neighbouring areas including Thornbury, Coburg North, and Pascoe Vale. Several key stops along Munro Street — including at Preston Street, Bellevue Street, Shaftsbury Street, and Vincent Street — make it straightforward to move around the suburb and connect to the broader network without relying on a car.
Cyclists are well accommodated, with bike lanes on major roads and the Merri Creek Trail offering a car-free route south toward the city. The overall transport picture is one of the suburb's genuine strengths, making it a realistic option for households that want to reduce car dependence.
The property market
Coburg's property market has matured considerably over the past decade, and today's figures reflect a suburb that has moved firmly into the mid-to-upper tier of Melbourne's northern corridor. The median house price sits at $1.16 million, while units and apartments come in at a median of $598,000 — offering a more accessible entry point for buyers who are comfortable with apartment living. The median weekly rent of $750 signals healthy demand from tenants, with the suburb's transport links and lifestyle offer making it consistently attractive to renters.
Recent house price growth of 4.4% points to steady, if measured, market momentum rather than a speculative spike — reassuring for buyers seeking long-term value rather than short-term volatility. Current listings skew toward houses at 49%, with apartments and units making up 35% and townhouses accounting for 15% of stock. That mix means buyers across a range of budgets and needs can typically find something to suit, from period-era workers cottages and double-fronted Edwardian homes to contemporary apartment buildings and infill townhouse developments.
Market snapshot
Coburg property market
Median sale price
$1.17m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$750
per week
Gross rental yield
3.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$770k
Median
$1.17m
Premium
$1.63m
Days on market
54
Auction clearance
82%
Sold this year
156
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -1.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Coburg by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Coburg, VIC 3058.
Population
26,574
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$2,065
median, per week
Median rent
$430
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Coburg
Government school catchment
Bindjiroo Yaluk Community School-The Island Campus
Independent & Catholic schools
Antonine College - Cedar Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Coburg
$620k
3/1 The Grove
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
3A Barrys Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$1.15m
15 East Street
Sold ~July 2026
$850k
3/40-42 Jersey Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.66m
19 Beckley Street
Sold ~July 2026
$892k
1A Lygon Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
101 Phillips Street
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
5/10 Armstrong 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 suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Coburg?
The median house price in Coburg, VIC is $1.17m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 5.2%.
How much is rent in Coburg?
The median weekly rent in Coburg is around $750 per week.
Is Coburg a good place to live?
Coburg is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 26,574 and 10 schools in the area.
What is the population of Coburg?
Coburg has a population of 26,574 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Coburg?
There are 10 schools in or near Coburg, including Antonine College - Cedar Campus, Australian International Academy of Education and Coburg Special Developmental School.
How long do homes take to sell in Coburg?
Properties in Coburg take around 54 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 82%.
How much do you need to buy in Coburg?
Entry-level properties in Coburg start around $770k, while premium homes reach $1.63m.
What suburbs are near Coburg?
Suburbs near Coburg include Thornbury, Pascoe Vale South, Coburg North, Brunswick West and Pascoe Vale.
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