Balwyn North, Victoria — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Balwyn North, in the Boroondara City local government area.
| Locality | Balwyn North |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Boroondara City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -37.79082 |
| Longitude | 145.0846 |
| Population | 21,302 |
| Density | 2346.0 /km² |
| Area | 9.1 km² |
| Elevation | 59 m |
| Postcode | 3104 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 11 km east-northeast |
Balwyn North is a locality in the Boroondara City local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of 21,302. The locality covers an area of 9.1 km², giving a population density of about 2346.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 59 m above sea level. It lies approximately 11 km east-northeast of Melbourne. Balwyn North is located at 37.7908°S, 145.0846°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3104.
Balwyn North unfolds across a gently rolling terrain, its character shaped by broad, leafy avenues that meander between well-established homes. It lies 3.4 km west-south-west of Doncaster, VIC (from Doncaster, VIC: bearing 255°T), and is situated 10.1 km east-north-east of Melbourne. The landscape here is one of settled prosperity, where mature gardens spill over low fences, and the air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a quiet hum of domesticity. Sunlight, filtered through the canopy of plane trees and towering eucalypts, paints shifting patterns on the footpaths, creating a dappled effect that lends a serene quality to the neighbourhood. This is a place where the land feels comfortably occupied, a harmonious blend of human endeavour and natural growth, where the distant murmur of traffic from arterial roads is softened by the rustling leaves and the cheerful chirping of magpies.
The history of Balwyn North is deeply entwined with the post-war expansion of Melbourne, a period when this land, previously more pastoral, was transformed into a desirable residential suburb. Its development was fuelled by a growing middle class seeking space and a connection to nature, a legacy still evident in the generous lot sizes and the enduring appeal of its green streetscapes. The local economy, once supported by surrounding market gardens that supplied produce to the city, has now largely transitioned to one of service industries and retail, centred around thriving local shopping strips that offer a vibrant hub for residents. Notable institutions, such as the prominent secondary schools, have become integral to the suburb's identity, drawing families and fostering a strong sense of community pride that defines the enduring spirit of Balwyn North.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Balwyn North, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Balwyn North, in the Boroondara City local government area.
Detailed location data for Balwyn North includes the postcode (3104), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Boroondara City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Balwyn North is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |