Harcourt

VIC 3453 • Rest of VIC

1,038
Population (2021)
$39,052
Median Income
28.53 km²
Area
348m
Elevation

About Harcourt

Harcourt is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Mount Alexander (Shire) area. With a population of 1,038 and a median income of $39,052, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 28.53 km² at an elevation of 348m, 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. Harcourt is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Harcourt falls under postcode 3453 and is governed by Mount Alexander Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3453
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.00°, 144.26°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
28.53 km²
Elevation
348m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$305
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
943
Census 2021
1,038
10.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,264
Income 2021
$39,052
29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 887
Born Overseas 76

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 28
  • 2. New Zealand 13
  • 3. India 5
  • 4. Ireland 4
  • 5. Japan 4
  • 6. United States 4
  • 7. France 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 447
Australian 445
Irish 160
Scottish 141
German 63
Italian 23
Australian Aboriginal 17
Dutch 10
Greek 10
French 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

756
Both parents born in Australia
102
Both parents born overseas
104
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
60.9%
Christianity
28.3%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
39 (3.8%)
5-14 years
144 (13.9%)
15-19 years
52 (5.0%)
20-24 years
45 (4.3%)
25-34 years
96 (9.2%)
35-44 years
123 (11.8%)
45-54 years
140 (13.5%)
55-64 years
164 (15.8%)
65-74 years
144 (13.9%)
75-84 years
75 (7.2%)
85+ years
15 (1.4%)

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