Heidelberg West
City in Victoria, Australia
Overview
Heidelberg West is a laid-back suburban pocket in Melbourne's north-east, known for its multicultural community and proximity to parks and educational institutions. The area offers a blend of family-friendly facilities, local shops, and historic spots, all in a leafy suburban setting.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
5,252
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-37.74°, 145.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
68
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,580
Local Cost
$1,640
Local Income
$3,150
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
13.6°C
Summer Avg
19.4°C
Winter Avg
7.8°C
Record High
44.3°C
Record Low
-2.1°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
662 mm
Internet Speed
104 Mbps
Upload
25 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
38
Coworking
0
Cafes
11
Nightlife
4
Parks
23
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
747.0
Airport
MEB
Distance
12 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 8 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.