Gladstone Park
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gladstone Park, VIC 3043.
About Gladstone Park
Welcome to Gladstone Park
Gladstone Park sits in Melbourne's north-west, around 18 kilometres from the CBD and just down the road from Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine. Laid out in the 1970s and 80s as one of the north-west's planned suburban communities, it's a leafy, family-oriented pocket bordered by Westmeadows, Attwood, Jacana, Tullamarine and Gowanbrae, with the Metropolitan Ring Road and Tullamarine Freeway both close at hand.
With a population of just over 8,200 and a median age of 42, Gladstone Park has the settled, established feel of a suburb where people tend to stay put. It suits families and upsizers looking for solid brick-veneer homes on generous blocks, as well as anyone who wants easy freeway access to the airport and the city without paying inner-suburban prices.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Gladstone Park revolves around Gladstone Park Shopping Centre, the suburb's social and retail hub, home to a supermarket-anchored line-up of cafes, takeaway options and everyday services. It's a low-key, practical kind of place rather than a dining destination, and locals who want a wider spread of restaurants and bars tend to head towards Airport West or in towards Essendon. The suburb's broad nature strips, mature street trees and quiet cul-de-sacs give it a settled, unhurried character that appeals to families and retirees alike.
Shopping
Beyond the local shopping centre, residents have Highpoint Shopping Centre and the Westfield at Airport West within easy reach for bigger retail trips, while everyday errands are well covered closer to home. The proximity to Melbourne Airport also means duty-free and terminal shopping is only a short drive away, a quirky bonus for a suburb otherwise built around suburban convenience.
Getting around
Gladstone Park's location just off the Tullamarine Freeway and Metropolitan Ring Road is one of its biggest drawcards, putting Melbourne Airport minutes away and giving quick access into the CBD or out towards the Hume Freeway and beyond. Public transport is bus-based, with services connecting the suburb to nearby Broadmeadows railway station on the Craigieburn line, from where trains run direct to the city. The combination of arterial roads and freeway ramps makes Gladstone Park a popular choice for frequent flyers and anyone whose work takes them across Melbourne's north and west.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Gladstone Park Primary School, Gladstone Views Primary School and School of the Good Shepherd providing primary options within the suburb, and Gladstone Park Secondary College covering secondary schooling on site. This depth of local schooling, combined with quiet residential streets and nearby parkland, is a big part of the suburb's appeal to young families and one reason many residents settle in for the long term.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock is dominated by the brick veneer and weatherboard homes typical of its 1970s and 80s development era, set on generously sized blocks with established gardens. Current listings reflect this strongly established character, with houses making up 96% of stock and townhouses just 4%, meaning buyers are typically looking at standalone homes with room for extensions, granny flats or simply a big backyard, rather than higher-density options.
The property market
Gladstone Park's median house price sits at $790,000, following recent growth of 11.3%, a solid result that reflects growing demand for well-located, family-sized homes in Melbourne's north-west. Median rent of $550 a week points to healthy interest from tenants too, likely drawn by the suburb's freeway access and schooling options. Compared with pricier inner and bayside markets, Gladstone Park continues to offer relatively accessible entry points for buyers chasing a house on a proper block, particularly those who value proximity to the airport and the ring road over inner-city bragging rights.
Market snapshot
Gladstone Park property market
Median sale price
$790k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$550
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$675k
Median
$790k
Premium
$949k
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
91%
Sold this year
83
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +1.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Gladstone Park by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Gladstone Park, VIC 3043.
Population
8,213
residents (2021)
Median age
42
years
Household income
$1,452
median, per week
Median rent
$381
per week
Median mortgage
$1,961
per month
Mortgage / income
31%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Gladstone Park
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Gladstone Park
$885k
36 Snaefell Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$785k
15 Payne Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.17m
23 Ellesmere Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$800k
4 Bay Court
Sold ~July 2026
$800k
60 Wolverton Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$700k
10 Spruce Court
Sold ~June 2026
$935k
1/98 Lenoak Street
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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Common questions
Gladstone Park suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Gladstone Park?
The median house price in Gladstone Park, VIC is $790k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.3%.
How much is rent in Gladstone Park?
The median weekly rent in Gladstone Park is around $550 per week.
Is Gladstone Park a good place to live?
Gladstone Park is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 15 km (9.3 mi) north-west of Melbourne's central business district, located within the City of Hume local government area. Gladstone Park is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 8,213 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Gladstone Park?
Gladstone Park has a population of 8,213 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 42.
What schools are in Gladstone Park?
There are 4 schools in or near Gladstone Park, including Gladstone Park Primary School, Gladstone Views Primary School and School of the Good Shepherd.
How much do you need to buy in Gladstone Park?
Entry-level properties in Gladstone Park start around $675k, while premium homes reach $949k.
What suburbs are near Gladstone Park?
Suburbs near Gladstone Park include Westmeadows, Attwood, Jacana, Tullamarine and Gowanbrae.
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