Kensington (Vic.), VIC 3379
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $416/wk Median
- 49.1% Renters
Kensington (Vic.) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.7k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $416
- To the CBD
- 3.8km
- Walkability
- 8.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Kensington (Vic.) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Kensington (Vic.) for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 49.1% of the suburb's 10,745 residents rent.
Around Kensington (Vic.)
Kensington (Vic.) Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Kensington (Vic.) Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Kensington (Vic.)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Kensington (Vic.)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Kensington (Vic.).
Is Kensington (Vic.) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Kensington (Vic.) has a 49.1% 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 Kensington (Vic.) walkable?
Kensington (Vic.) carries a walkability score of 8.9/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Kensington (Vic.) from the Melbourne CBD?
Kensington (Vic.) is approximately 4km from the Melbourne CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 14-29 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in Kensington (Vic.)?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Kensington (Vic.) is $416. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $416 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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