Briagolong

VIC 3860 • Rest of VIC

1,133
Population (2021)
$36,660
Median Income
167.10 km²
Area
104m
Elevation

About Briagolong

Briagolong is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Wellington (Shire) area. With a population of 1,133 and a median income of $36,660, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 167.10 km² at an elevation of 104m, 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. Briagolong is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Briagolong falls under postcode 3860 and is governed by Wellington Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3860
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.81°, 147.11°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
167.10 km²
Elevation
104m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,081
Census 2021
1,133
4.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,472
Income 2021
$36,660
20.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 918
Born Overseas 111

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 55
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. Canada 6
  • 4. Netherlands 6
  • 5. Greece 4
  • 6. Scotland 4
  • 7. United States 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 539
Australian 471
Irish 149
Scottish 133
Dutch 52
German 31
Italian 16
Samoan 10
Australian Aboriginal 9
Polish 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

758
Both parents born in Australia
144
Both parents born overseas
133
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
57.3%
Christianity
31.4%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
54 (4.8%)
5-14 years
151 (13.3%)
15-19 years
71 (6.3%)
20-24 years
59 (5.2%)
25-34 years
122 (10.8%)
35-44 years
125 (11.0%)
45-54 years
141 (12.4%)
55-64 years
186 (16.4%)
65-74 years
175 (15.4%)
75-84 years
44 (3.9%)
85+ years
8 (0.7%)

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