Epsom
VIC 3551 • Rest of VIC
About Epsom
Epsom is a rapidly growing residential suburb on the northern fringe of Bendigo in central Victoria, approximately 150 kilometres northwest of Melbourne. The suburb has seen its population surge from around 4,300 in 2016 to over 5,000 by 2021, with a youthful median age of 32. Epsom is part of the Greater Bendigo municipality and features a mix of established homes and new housing estates that have driven its recent growth. The community is predominantly Australian-born, with Indian, Myanmar, and Thai-born residents among its growing multicultural population.
Epsom is anchored by the Epsom Village Shopping Centre and the Bendigo Marketplace, providing residents with comprehensive retail and dining options. The suburb is home to several schools and is close to La Trobe University's Bendigo campus and Bendigo TAFE. Families are drawn to the area's affordable housing, spacious blocks, and access to Bendigo's excellent sporting and cultural facilities. The nearby Bendigo Racecourse and White Hills Botanical Gardens add to the lifestyle appeal, making Epsom one of Bendigo's most popular growth corridors.
Epsom falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo East (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 51, 52 — Bendigo CBD via Epsom 15 min to Bendigo CBD
- 60 — Epsom to La Trobe University Bendigo 10 min
Commute to Bendigo
🛣️ Close to Bendigo CBD. V/Line trains to Melbourne Southern Cross take approximately 2 hours.
Walkable around the shopping precinct and older streets, but newer estates on the fringe require a car for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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149 Patons Road
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High Street
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Howard Street
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Brunel Street
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McIvor Highway
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McIvor Highway (La Valla Campus)
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Housing 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. India 117
- 2. Myanmar 89
- 3. Thailand 79
- 4. England 61
- 5. New Zealand 41
- 6. Philippines 31
- 7. Bangladesh 17
- 8. Scotland 10
- 9. Italy 9
- 10. South Africa 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)