Northcote (West)
About the profile areas
The 2023 Estimated Resident Population for Northcote (West) is 10,633, with a population density of 4,266 persons per square km.
Location and boundaries
Northcote (West) is bounded by the suburb of Thornbury, Bird Avenue and Kemp Street in the north, High Street and Queens Parade in the east, and Merri Creek in the south and west.
Name origin
Northcote is thought to be named after Stafford Henry Northcote, a leader of the English Conservative Party in the mid 1800s.
Important
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Population10,633 2023 ABS ERP |
Land area2.49 square km |
Population density4,266 persons per square km |
Settlement history
Settlement of the area dates from the late 1830s, although population was minimal until the 1850s. Residential growth took place during the late 1880s and early 1890s, aided by commercial growth and the opening of the railway line. Expansion continued during the 1920s, spurred by improved access. Incremental development occurred during the post-war years. The population has increased slightly since the mid 1990s, a result of new dwellings being added to the area.
Land use
Northcote (West) is an established residential area, with commercial areas along High Street, and some industrial areas.
Major features
- Major features of the area include Northcote Public Golf Course,
- Northcote Town Hall,
- Northcote Shopping Centre (High Street),
- Westgarth Shopping Centre,
- Greek Orthodox Monastery,
- Batman Park,
- Merri Park,
- Merri Park Wetland and several schools.
Included areas
- Northcote (West) encompasses the western part of the suburb of Northcote.