Gembrook

VIC 3783 • Greater Melbourne

2,559
Population (2021)
$42,380
Median Income
202.34 km²
Area
180m
Elevation

About Gembrook

Gembrook is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Cardinia (Shire) area. With a population of 2,559 and a median income of $42,380, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 202.34 km² at an elevation of 180m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

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. Gembrook is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Gembrook falls under postcode 3783 and is governed by Cardinia Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3783
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.94°, 145.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
202.34 km²
Elevation
180m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,907
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,350
Census 2021
2,559
8.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,060
Income 2021
$42,380
24.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,995
Born Overseas 287

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 117
  • 2. New Zealand 29
  • 3. Germany 19
  • 4. Italy 13
  • 5. South Africa 13
  • 6. United States 11
  • 7. Netherlands 9
  • 8. Ireland 7
  • 9. Chile 5
  • 10. Malaysia 4
  • 11. Scotland 4
  • 12. Sri Lanka 4
  • 13. Vietnam 4
  • 14. Croatia 3
  • 15. France 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,059
Australian 1,055
Scottish 273
Irish 257
Italian 142
German 110
Dutch 84
Australian Aboriginal 39
Welsh 27
Greek 20

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,505
Both parents born in Australia
440
Both parents born overseas
322
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.7%
Christianity
31.3%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
135 (5.3%)
5-14 years
386 (15.1%)
15-19 years
161 (6.3%)
20-24 years
149 (5.8%)
25-34 years
265 (10.4%)
35-44 years
294 (11.5%)
45-54 years
385 (15.0%)
55-64 years
384 (15.0%)
65-74 years
251 (9.8%)
75-84 years
125 (4.9%)
85+ years
29 (1.1%)

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