Batesford

VIC 3213 • Rest of VIC

1,141
Population (2021)
$49,504
Median Income
14.30 km²
Area
28m
Elevation

About Batesford

Batesford is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Golden Plains (Shire) area. With a population of 1,141 and a median income of $49,504, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 14.30 km² at an elevation of 28m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Batesford is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Batesford falls under postcode 3213 and is governed by Golden Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lara (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3213
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.09°, 144.28°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
14.30 km²
Elevation
28m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$325
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,268
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
952
Census 2021
1,141
19.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,336
Income 2021
$49,504
32.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,013
Born Overseas 102

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 27
  • 2. Italy 11
  • 3. Poland 8
  • 4. Croatia 4
  • 5. Ireland 3
  • 6. Netherlands 3
  • 7. New Zealand 3
  • 8. South Africa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 476
English 409
Irish 169
Scottish 129
Italian 87
Dutch 66
Croatian 49
German 31
Macedonian 15
Polish 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

764
Both parents born in Australia
175
Both parents born overseas
165
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.7%
No Religion
43.1%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
51 (4.5%)
5-14 years
221 (19.4%)
15-19 years
109 (9.6%)
20-24 years
68 (6.0%)
25-34 years
59 (5.2%)
35-44 years
158 (13.8%)
45-54 years
197 (17.3%)
55-64 years
149 (13.1%)
65-74 years
89 (7.8%)
75-84 years
41 (3.6%)
85+ years
7 (0.6%)

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