Fitzroy Demographics 2026 — Population, Diversity & Who Lives Here

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Fitzroy’s demographic profile reflects its position as one of Melbourne’s most established inner-city suburbs — young, diverse, increasingly professional, and shaped by waves of migration that have left their mark on the suburb’s culture, food scene, and community organisations. The 2021 Census provides the most comprehensive snapshot, supplemented by more recent estimates from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Population Overview

According to the 2021 Census, Fitzroy had a population of approximately 11,500 residents. The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates this has grown to approximately 12,200 by 2025, driven primarily by apartment development along Smith Street and the Gertrude Street corridor. Population density is high — approximately 7,350 people per square kilometre — making Fitzroy one of Melbourne’s most densely populated suburbs.

Census on MELBZ

Fitzroy Demographics 2026 — Population, Diversity & Who Lives Here

Population Overview