Alphington - Fairfield, VIC 3487
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $381/wk Median
- 37.6% Renters
Alphington - Fairfield Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $381
- To the CBD
- 6.9km
- Walkability
- 8.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Alphington - Fairfield Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Alphington - Fairfield for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 37.6% of the suburb's 8,994 residents rent.
Around Alphington - Fairfield
Alphington - Fairfield Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Alphington - Fairfield Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Alphington - Fairfield
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Alphington - Fairfield
Real questions renters ask before moving to Alphington - Fairfield.
Is Alphington - Fairfield a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Alphington - Fairfield has a 37.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Alphington - Fairfield walkable?
Alphington - Fairfield carries a walkability score of 8.5/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Alphington - Fairfield from the Melbourne CBD?
Alphington - Fairfield is approximately 7km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Alphington - Fairfield?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Alphington - Fairfield is $381. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $381 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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