Kinglake West VIC, 3757
Kinglake West Real Estate: Suburb Profile
Considering a move to Kinglake West, VIC 3757? It's crucial to determine if the area is a worthwhile consideration. The Homes.com.au suburb profile aims to give you a better understanding of Kinglake West median property prices, market trends & demographics to help you justify the price for your potential move to the suburb.
If you are new to Kinglake West, keep reading for a brief historical overview to discover more about the fantastic lifestyle and what makes this suburb a worthy option.
Overview Kinglake West is a suburb in central Victoria, situated 56 kilometres northeast of Melbourne. It is home to 1,166 people, according to the 2016 census. The suburb is located within the local government area of the City of Whittlesea and the Shires of Murrindindi and Nillumbik. The suburbs surrounding Kinglake West include Clonbinane, Hazeldene, Pheasant Creek, Kinglake, Humevale, Arthurs Creek, and Strathewen.
Living in Kinglake West Kinglake West retains is a rural, country-living vibe, with most of its area still being used for plantations. Most facilities and local businesses in the town are found on the Whittlesea-Kinglake Road. Located here are a bakery and cafe, a general store, gym, automotive shops, hardware, and a supply store. The suburb's primary school and the Kinglake West Mechanic's Institute are also here.
North of the road leading to the Flowerdale Plantation is the Kinglake Forest Adventures, which offers activities such as zipline, high ropes, freefalls, and treetop climbs.
History of Kinglake West The suburb was named after surveyor Alexander Kinglake. In 1861, gold was first discovered in the town. Later on, the area was cleared for timber and was used for farming. Tramways were opened to transport timber to the Whittlesea railway station. Some mill workers started farming when the mills closed.
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