Fawkner
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Fawkner, VIC 3060.
About Fawkner
Welcome to Fawkner
Fawkner sits in Melbourne's northern suburbs, around 12 kilometres from the CBD, tucked between Coburg North, Pascoe Vale, Hadfield and Campbellfield. It's a suburb that has long been a gateway for migrant communities, and that layered history still shows in its shopfronts, places of worship and the easy diversity of its streets.
With a population of just over 14,000 and a median age of 35, Fawkner has become a drawcard for young families and first-home buyers priced out of neighbouring Coburg, while still offering the same rail line access and inner-north feel at a more accessible price point.
Lifestyle & dining
Fawkner's character has been shaped by waves of migration, and its food and retail scene reflects that mix, with Middle Eastern, Italian and South Asian influences all visible along the local strips. It's a suburb better known for everyday convenience than destination dining, but that's part of its appeal — good bakeries, grocers and casual eateries sit alongside quieter residential streets, and residents don't have to travel far into Coburg or Pascoe Vale for a wider spread of cafes and restaurants.
Shopping
The Fawkner shopping strip along Jukes Road serves as the local hub, with everyday retail, grocers and services catering to the community's needs. For bigger shopping trips, Coburg's Sydney Road and the Pascoe Vale shops are both a short drive or train ride away, giving residents access to a much broader retail and hospitality scene without losing the lower-key, practical feel of Fawkner itself.
Getting around
Fawkner railway station, on the Craigieburn line, gives residents a direct run into the city, making it a practical choice for commuters who want train access without inner-city prices. The suburb is also well served by bus routes connecting to Coburg, Pascoe Vale and Campbellfield, while Sydney Road and the Hume Highway corridor make driving in and out straightforward, including access north towards Campbellfield and the Western Ring Road.
Schools & families
Families in Fawkner have a solid choice of local schooling. Fawkner Primary School and Moomba Park Primary School serve the government primary sector, while St Mark's and St Matthew's provide Catholic primary options. Darul Ulum College of Victoria offers an Islamic-based education from early years through secondary, and John Fawkner Secondary College is the local government secondary school, rounding out a genuinely varied set of options for local families.
Parks & recreation
Fawkner is home to substantial green space, most notably the Fawkner Memorial Park and the adjoining Fawkner Crematorium and Cemetery grounds, which include mature gardens and walking paths used by locals well beyond their primary purpose. Smaller local parks and sporting reserves are dotted through the residential streets, giving families and dog walkers plenty of everyday outdoor options without needing to leave the suburb.
The property market
Fawkner's property market has been on the move, with house prices up 9.6% recently to a median of $822,000, while units and apartments sit at a more affordable median of $570,000. Median rent across the suburb is $570 a week, reflecting solid rental demand from a mix of families and younger tenants. Current listings show a dwelling mix dominated by houses at 67%, with apartments and units making up 16%, townhouses another 16% and a small 1% share of land, giving buyers reasonable variety whether they're after a family home, a low-maintenance townhouse or an entry-level unit.
Market snapshot
Fawkner property market
Median sale price
$822k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$570
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$649k
Median
$822k
Premium
$976k
Days on market
39
Auction clearance
76%
Sold this year
170
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +1.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Fawkner by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Fawkner, VIC 3060.
Population
14,274
residents (2021)
Median age
35
years
Household income
$1,428
median, per week
Median rent
$376
per week
Median mortgage
$1,876
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Fawkner
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Fawkner
$640k
1/23 Elsa Street
Sold ~July 2026
$720k
72 Jukes Road
Sold ~July 2026
$700k
1/14 Yungera Street
Sold ~July 2026
$700k
3 Frederick Street
Sold ~July 2026
$700k
23 Lorne Street
Sold ~July 2026
$730k
5 Argyle Street
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
55 Preston Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
27 Emma 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
Fawkner suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Fawkner?
The median house price in Fawkner, VIC is $822k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 9.6%.
How much is rent in Fawkner?
The median weekly rent in Fawkner is around $570 per week.
Is Fawkner a good place to live?
Fawkner is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 12 km (7.5 mi) north of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the Cities of Hume and Merri-bek local government areas. Fawkner is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 14,274 and 6 schools in the area.
What is the population of Fawkner?
Fawkner has a population of 14,274 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.
What schools are in Fawkner?
There are 6 schools in or near Fawkner, including Darul Ulum College of Victoria, Fawkner Primary School and Moomba Park Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Fawkner?
Properties in Fawkner take around 39 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 76%.
How much do you need to buy in Fawkner?
Entry-level properties in Fawkner start around $649k, while premium homes reach $976k.
What suburbs are near Fawkner?
Suburbs near Fawkner include Coburg North, Pascoe Vale, Hadfield, Campbellfield and Coburg.
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