Harkaway

VIC 3806 • Greater Melbourne

1,011
Population (2021)
$53,352
Median Income
12.57 km²
Area
202m
Elevation

About Harkaway

Harkaway is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Casey (City) area. With a population of 1,011 and a median income of $53,352, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 12.57 km² at an elevation of 202m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Situated at an elevation of 202m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Harkaway offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Harkaway falls under postcode 3806 and is governed by Casey Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Berwick (South-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3806
Urban Area
Hallam - Berwick - Pearcedale
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.99°, 145.36°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
12.57 km²
Elevation
202m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$375
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,307
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
849
Census 2021
1,011
19.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,416
Income 2021
$53,352
35.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 804
Born Overseas 148

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 36
  • 2. Afghanistan 9
  • 3. South Africa 9
  • 4. Singapore 8
  • 5. China 7
  • 6. India 7
  • 7. Chile 5
  • 8. Ireland 5
  • 9. Scotland 5
  • 10. Germany 4
  • 11. Italy 4
  • 12. Mauritius 4
  • 13. New Zealand 4
  • 14. Sri Lanka 4
  • 15. United States 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 422
English 381
Irish 83
Italian 62
Scottish 62
Dutch 46
German 38
Russian 16
Indian 14
Sri Lankan 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

570
Both parents born in Australia
224
Both parents born overseas
170
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.1%
No Religion
41.2%
Islam
2.5%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
47 (4.6%)
5-14 years
169 (16.7%)
15-19 years
80 (7.9%)
20-24 years
75 (7.4%)
25-34 years
74 (7.3%)
35-44 years
120 (11.9%)
45-54 years
162 (16.0%)
55-64 years
139 (13.7%)
65-74 years
93 (9.2%)
75-84 years
48 (4.7%)
85+ years
10 (1.0%)

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