Essendon, 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 Essendon, in the Moonee Valley City local government area.
| Locality | Essendon |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Moonee Valley City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -37.74921 |
| Longitude | 144.90892 |
| Population | 21,240 |
| Density | 3448.1 /km² |
| Area | 6.2 km² |
| Elevation | 49 m |
| Postcode | 3040 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 9 km north-northwest |
Essendon is a locality in the Moonee Valley City local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of 21,240. The locality covers an area of 6.2 km², giving a population density of about 3448.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 49 m above sea level. It lies approximately 9 km north-northwest of Melbourne. Essendon is located at 37.7492°S, 144.9089°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3040.
Essendon unfolds as a verdant tapestry, its gentle slopes and well-established avenues whispering tales of leafy tranquility. It lies 4.9 km west of Coburg, VIC (from Coburg, VIC: bearing 264°T), and is situated 10.7 km north-west of Melbourne. Mature trees, their branches reaching towards a perpetually bright sky, cast dappled shadows across manicured lawns and charming brick homes. The air here carries a peculiar stillness, punctuated only by the distant murmur of traffic and the occasional cheerful call of a kookaburra, a sound that seems to weave itself into the very fabric of the afternoon. The terrain, a subtle undulation, guides the eye towards the shimmering waters of the Maribyrnong River, a constant, calming presence that defines the western edge of Essendon.
This locale, long a favoured residential haven, traces its roots back to a time when pastoral pursuits dominated the landscape. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil and proximity to burgeoning Melbourne, cultivated farms and orchards, leaving a legacy of broad streets and expansive gardens that still characterise much of Essendon. The development of the Essendon Aerodrome, a significant historical landmark, placed the suburb at the forefront of aviation in Australia, a pioneering spirit that lingers in the collective memory. Today, the economic pulse of Essendon is a blend of professional services and vibrant retail strips, with local businesses thriving in a community that values its heritage while embracing modern conveniences. The proximity to the city centre, coupled with a strong sense of local identity, makes Essendon a cherished address for many.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Essendon, 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 Essendon, in the Moonee Valley City local government area.
Detailed location data for Essendon includes the postcode (3040), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Moonee Valley 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 Essendon 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. |