Skip to business listings

Compare quotes

Find the best electricians in St Kilda, VIC

View reviews, compare quotes and book professional electricians in St Kilda online.

Average rating of electricians near St Kilda
5.0 based on 864 reviews of 25 businesses

How it works

Get quotes from St Kilda electricians in three easy steps

1

Describe

Tell us what you need and we'll match you with local electricians.

2

Compare

Receive free quotes and compare prices, reviews, and availability.

3

Connect

Choose the best electricians for your job based on reviews and price.

Get free quotes
Browse and compare

Best St Kilda electricians near you

Word of Mouth electricians in St Kilda receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 864 reviews.

Approved Electrix

4.9
98 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award
Servicing St Kilda
Thursday: 7:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured
Most reviewed for: Downlight installation
Photos from Approved Electrix
Photo from Approved Electrix Photo from Approved Electrix Photo from Approved Electrix Photo from Approved Electrix Photo from Approved Electrix

"Clint and his apprentice were professional and very efficient. The company was easy to deal with and I would highly..."

Show number

Melville Electrical Services

Reviewed recently
5.0
291 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award
Servicing St Kilda
Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician
Photos from Melville Electrical Services
Photo from Melville Electrical Services Photo from Melville Electrical Services Photo from Melville Electrical Services Photo from Melville Electrical Services Photo from Melville Electrical Services

"Reliable, timely, affordable, helpful and friendly. I have no hesitation in recommending Doug and his team. "

Show number

Respect Electric Services

5.0
172 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 33 151 177 174
Servicing St Kilda
Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician
Photos from Respect Electric Services
Photo from Respect Electric Services Photo from Respect Electric Services Photo from Respect Electric Services Photo from Respect Electric Services Photo from Respect Electric Services

"Darren is one of the most hardworking, honest, reliable tradesperson we have come across. His attention to detail..."

Show number

Whitelock Electrical

Reviewed recently
5.0
124 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 87 648 646 191 2026 Award Special Offer
Servicing St Kilda
Thursday: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Over 20 years combined experience Perfect 5.0 star rating on Google (220+ reviews)
Most reviewed for: General electrical
From customer reviews
Photo shared by a customer Photo shared by a customer Photo shared by a customer Photo shared by a customer Photo shared by a customer

"Whitelock were very professional and assessed our installations thoroughly before commencing . We were kept fully..."

Show number

Canny Electrics

5.0
81 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 82 609 070 788
Servicing St Kilda
Thursday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians
Photos from Canny Electrics
Photo from Canny Electrics Photo from Canny Electrics Photo from Canny Electrics Photo from Canny Electrics Photo from Canny Electrics

"Excellent electricians, punctual and professional. Highly recommend "

Show number

Showing 20 of 25 businesses

Market Intelligence

St Kilda electrician reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 864 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 22 trust signal responses

87 / 100
Local Service Score
8 Award Winners
$1,250 median Typical Cost most jobs $725–$1,600
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

St Kilda is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 75% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,250. 25 electricians service the area with 864 customer reviews. St Kilda's Service Award-winning electricians: Challis First Electrical (2018). Each earned Word of Mouth recognition for sustained high customer ratings over a full calendar year.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $725 to $1,600. Nearby: St Kilda West ($1,400), Windsor ($1,250), Balaclava ($1,100).

Reviews & ratings

From follow-up responses after the job: 100% would choose their electrician again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. At 45.5 electrician reviews a year — 201% above the Victorian average — St Kilda collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.

Timing & availability

Review patterns in St Kilda suggest electrician demand runs hottest in July and coolest in October — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.

Area profile in brief

Interesting pattern in St Kilda: income runs above the national median ($1,779/week vs $1,748/week) but local electricians price 75% below the Victorian average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that.

Based on 864 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

45.5 / yr Review velocity +227%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$300 Typical cost -60%
5.0 stars Service rating
34.6 avg Reviews / provider
12.8 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — St Kilda area

See the figures behind this chart
Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the St Kilda area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2007 1 3.0 no prices reported
2009 4 5.0 $463
2010 2 5.0 no prices reported
2011 22 4.9 $610
2012 10 4.8 $775
2013 41 4.9 $400
2014 92 5.0 $192
2015 72 5.0 $647
2016 77 5.0 $361
2017 109 5.0 $300
2018 75 5.0 $631
2019 64 4.9 $375
2020 69 5.0 $300
2021 38 5.0 $525
2022 21 5.0 $1,500
2023 34 5.0 $470
2024 75 5.0 $950
2025 36 4.9 $1,100
2026 22 5.0 $300

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

St Kilda area profile ABS Census 2021

19,490 Population
22.9% Own with mortgage
5.5% Houses
$1,779 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well St Kilda is served for electricians, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

What you can check before you call

Licences, where they’ve got them

Trade licences shown on the listing when the business has supplied them, with the licence number.

What other customers paid

Where enough customers have reported it, the listing shows the typical price range for the job they reviewed.

Reviews going back to 2007

Australians have been reviewing local businesses here since 2007. How we handle reviews, disputes and removals is set out in our Fair Play Policy.

724+
Jobs posted
1.39
Average quotes per job
Based on the most recent job posts for electricians in St Kilda.

Related services in St Kilda

Recent electrician reviews in St Kilda

The customer service is excellent. I found Dylan to be very clear in his communication about what was needed to complete the job. It was his quality that was the real highlight. I have happily reco...

sjw

28 August 2018
Challis First Electrical
5.0
St Kilda, VIC

Fantastic work at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended!!

clarencem

21 February 2019

Find the right price for your job

Browse our comprehensive cost guides to find the average national price for your job.

How Much Does An Electrician Cost?

How Much Does An Electrician Cost?

Average cost from $80 to $130 per hour

What's the Cost to Install a Ceiling Fan?

What's the Cost to Install a Ceiling Fan?

Average cost between $100 and $600

How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a Property?

How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a Property?

Average cost from $3800 to $7200

More electricians near you

Electricians in St Kilda — FAQs

What are typical electrician prices in St Kilda?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in St Kilda typically charge between $725 and $1,600. This is 75% more affordable than the Victorian average.

How do St Kilda electricians perform on customer satisfaction?

According to 22 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their electrician in St Kilda again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

When is the best time to book a electrician in St Kilda?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, electrician demand in St Kilda tends to peak in July and is quietest in October. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

What should I look for when choosing a electrician?

Start by comparing customer reviews — St Kilda has 864 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Approved Electrix (2026), Whitelock Electrical (2026) and Melville Electrical Services (2025) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 5 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year. Look for providers with a high 'would choose again' score — the St Kilda average is 100%.

What rating do electricians in St Kilda typically receive?

Electricians in St Kilda have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 864 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.87 stars.

Are you a business owner?

Join thousands of Australian businesses on Word of Mouth. Get discovered by customers actively looking for your services.

List your business free Learn more