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Suburb Profile - Kensington VIC

An urban village with pride, heart and soul. A popular lifestyle for both younger and matured couples.

Morning coffees, evening drinks and long weekend lunches – it’s all part of the Kensington life,
and all a short walk from home.

JJ Holland Park Kensington. Credit image: https://participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/hollandpark/

Women's Peace Park. Credit image: http://marriagescelebrant.com/3031kensington.php

Kensington Community Recreation Centre. Credit image: https://www.facebook.com/KensingtonRec

People

According to Census Report 2016, the average median age was 33 with only 16.5% of people over age 55. Its a younger demographic with only 34% of people in a registered marriage.

Lifestyle

Kensington offers a wide choice of dining venues and cafes. Many enjoy browsing through nearby boutique shops and enjoying a fresh walk through many parks and reserves.

Homes

This inner city suburb has a blended mix of old standalone homes, to modern townhouses. Along the Maribyrnong River, you'll also find apartments and lofts.

Hardimans Hotel . Credit image: https://www.facebook.com/HardimansHotelKensington/

Bonehead Brewing Kensington. Credit image: https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/kensington/bars/bonehead-brewing

Kensington Food Hall. Credit image: https://www.facebook.com/kensingtonfoodhall

Kensington Primary School

Since 1881 Kensington Primary school has been educating a diverse range of children and the community continues to celebrate and embrace this diversity.

Kensington Community High School

Kensington Community High School has been operating since 1975. The school is situated in the 175 year old Newmarket Saleyards. It has a smaller student enrolment to other highs schools.

Holy Rosary Primary School

Holy Rosary Primary School is a proud and passionate Catholic school. It has an estimated student enrolment of 280 children from Prep-foundation to Year 6. There are about 12 classes in total.

Kensington Primary School. Credit image: https://www.facebook.com/Kensington-Primary-School-162000770483025

Holy Rosary School. Credit image: https://www.hrkensington.catholic.edu.au/

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