Brookfield, VIC 3545
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $350/wk Median
- 26.2% Renters
Brookfield Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.8k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 39.2km
- Walkability
- 5
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Brookfield Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Brookfield is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 9,829 residents, a solid minority 26.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $350 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Brookfield
Brookfield Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Brookfield Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Brookfield
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Brookfield
Real questions renters ask before moving to Brookfield.
Is Brookfield family-friendly for renters?
Brookfield has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $350/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How far is Brookfield from the Melbourne CBD?
Brookfield is approximately 39km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 49-64 minutes.
Is Brookfield walkable?
Brookfield carries a walkability score of 5.0/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Brookfield?
Locals describe Brookfield as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 9,829, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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