Badger Creek

VIC 3777 • Greater Melbourne

1,610
Population (2021)
$35,516
Median Income
8.97 km²
Area
153m
Elevation

About Badger Creek

Badger Creek is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Yarra Ranges (Shire) area. With a population of 1,610 and a median income of $35,516, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 8.97 km² at an elevation of 153m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Badger Creek combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Badger Creek falls under postcode 3777 and is governed by Yarra Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3777
Urban Area
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.69°, 145.54°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
8.97 km²
Elevation
153m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$323
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,563
Census 2021
1,610
3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,952
Income 2021
$35,516
18.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,315
Born Overseas 219

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 89
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. Scotland 17
  • 4. Netherlands 15
  • 5. Germany 13
  • 6. Indonesia 6
  • 7. Italy 5
  • 8. Japan 5
  • 9. India 4
  • 10. South Africa 4
  • 11. Myanmar 3
  • 12. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 730
Australian 683
Scottish 206
Irish 189
German 114
Dutch 72
Australian Aboriginal 47
Italian 46
Chinese 14
Hungarian 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,045
Both parents born in Australia
281
Both parents born overseas
215
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
61.6%
Christianity
31.1%
Buddhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
85 (5.3%)
5-14 years
195 (12.1%)
15-19 years
79 (4.9%)
20-24 years
72 (4.5%)
25-34 years
214 (13.3%)
35-44 years
180 (11.2%)
45-54 years
193 (12.0%)
55-64 years
257 (16.0%)
65-74 years
220 (13.7%)
75-84 years
82 (5.1%)
85+ years
27 (1.7%)

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