Daylesford

VIC 3460 • Rest of VIC

2,781
Population (2021)
$37,180
Median Income
37.97 km²
Area
575m
Elevation

About Daylesford

Daylesford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Hepburn (Shire) area. With a population of 2,781 and a median income of $37,180, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 37.97 km² at an elevation of 575m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 575m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Daylesford offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Daylesford falls under postcode 3460 and is governed by Hepburn Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3460
Urban Area
Castlemaine - Kerang
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.35°, 144.14°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
37.97 km²
Elevation
575m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Albert Street & Bridport Street Daylesford 3460 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$331
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,532
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
55 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,548
Census 2021
2,781
9.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,392
Income 2021
$37,180
31.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,049
Born Overseas 529

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 145
  • 2. New Zealand 38
  • 3. India 36
  • 4. Nepal 24
  • 5. Italy 23
  • 6. Germany 18
  • 7. United States 17
  • 8. Netherlands 16
  • 9. South Africa 15
  • 10. China 13
  • 11. Scotland 13
  • 12. Ireland 11
  • 13. Philippines 11
  • 14. Indonesia 8
  • 15. Malaysia 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,196
Australian 740
Irish 491
Scottish 452
Italian 150
German 132
Dutch 59
Chinese 46
Polish 26
Greek 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,583
Both parents born in Australia
655
Both parents born overseas
305
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.1%
Christianity
31.8%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.5%
Judaism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
88 (3.2%)
5-14 years
227 (8.2%)
15-19 years
95 (3.4%)
20-24 years
61 (2.2%)
25-34 years
254 (9.1%)
35-44 years
268 (9.6%)
45-54 years
368 (13.2%)
55-64 years
552 (19.8%)
65-74 years
492 (17.7%)
75-84 years
251 (9.0%)
85+ years
124 (4.5%)

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