Blairgowrie

VIC 3942 • Greater Melbourne

2,786
Population (2021)
$40,924
Median Income
6.29 km²
Area
10m
Elevation

About Blairgowrie

Blairgowrie is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Mornington Peninsula (Shire) area. With a population of 2,786 and a median income of $40,924, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.29 km² at an elevation of 10m, 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. Blairgowrie combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

Blairgowrie falls under postcode 3942 and is governed by Mornington Peninsula Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nepean (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3942
Urban Area
Mornington - South
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.37°, 144.77°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
6.29 km²
Elevation
10m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
58 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,313
Census 2021
2,786
20.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,292
Income 2021
$40,924
26.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,168
Born Overseas 371

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 120
  • 2. New Zealand 29
  • 3. Scotland 23
  • 4. Italy 21
  • 5. Germany 18
  • 6. United States 17
  • 7. Ireland 9
  • 8. Japan 7
  • 9. Netherlands 7
  • 10. Poland 7
  • 11. South Africa 7
  • 12. France 6
  • 13. Indonesia 6
  • 14. Sri Lanka 6
  • 15. Zimbabwe 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,244
Australian 952
Irish 429
Scottish 395
German 120
Italian 116
Dutch 41
Polish 33
Greek 28
New Zealander 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,689
Both parents born in Australia
486
Both parents born overseas
370
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.7%
Christianity
43.0%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (4.3%)
5-14 years
199 (7.1%)
15-19 years
102 (3.7%)
20-24 years
96 (3.4%)
25-34 years
159 (5.7%)
35-44 years
221 (7.9%)
45-54 years
321 (11.5%)
55-64 years
480 (17.2%)
65-74 years
642 (23.0%)
75-84 years
352 (12.6%)
85+ years
83 (3.0%)

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