Broadford
VIC 3658 • Rest of VIC
About Broadford
Broadford is a township in Mitchell Shire, nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range approximately 75 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD along the Hume Freeway corridor. With a population of around 4,600 and a median age of 40, it has evolved from a traditional rural service centre into a semi-rural community popular with those seeking affordable lifestyle properties within commuting distance of the city. The median household income is modest at around ,500 per week, reflecting the area's working-class and agricultural character.
Broadford has a relaxed country feel, with a compact main street, local pubs, schools, and sporting clubs at the heart of community life. Broadford railway station provides direct V/Line train access to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station, making it increasingly attractive to commuters and lifestyle-seekers priced out of closer suburbs. The surrounding landscape of rolling hills, State Forest reserves, and the King Parrot Creek offers excellent opportunities for bushwalking, horse riding, and outdoor recreation.
Broadford falls under postcode 3658 and is governed by Mitchell Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Powlett Street
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Pinniger Street
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Rmb 6525
Housing 2021 Census
32 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 109
- 2. New Zealand 42
- 3. Germany 21
- 4. Philippines 17
- 5. South Africa 17
- 6. Scotland 15
- 7. Canada 13
- 8. Malta 12
- 9. Malaysia 11
- 10. United States 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)