Healesville
VIC 3777 • Greater Melbourne
About Healesville
Healesville is a picturesque rural town and locality in Victoria's Yarra Ranges Shire, nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range approximately 65 kilometres east of Melbourne's CBD. Spanning an expansive 142 square kilometres, the town sits at the heart of the famous Yarra Valley wine region at an elevation of around 167 metres above sea level. With a population of 7,589, Healesville has a distinctly older demographic — the median age of 46 and a significant proportion of residents aged 45 to 64 reflect its longstanding appeal to tree-changers, retirees, and established locals. The median household income of ,472 per week is modest, consistent with the rural and lifestyle character of the broader Yarra Ranges region.
Healesville is best known for the Healesville Sanctuary, a world-class wildlife park showcasing native Australian animals that draws visitors from across the country and abroad. The town centre features a lively main street of cafes, galleries, and boutique shops, making it a popular day-trip destination from Melbourne. Residents enjoy walking and cycling trails through the surrounding bushland, the Yarra River corridor, and the wider Yarra Ranges National Park. The community draws a mix of families, retirees, and creative professionals seeking a quieter lifestyle in nature, with coach services and the regional road network providing connections to Melbourne.
Healesville falls under postcode 3777 and is governed by Yarra Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesMaroondah Highway Healsville 3777 VIC
Schools
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Badger Creek Road
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Chum Creek Road
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Camerons Road
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View Street
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1 High Street
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Barak Lane
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Main Road
Housing 2021 Census
80 state housing + 22 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 408
- 2. New Zealand 126
- 3. Netherlands 70
- 4. Germany 60
- 5. Scotland 58
- 6. Italy 36
- 7. South Africa 29
- 8. Thailand 24
- 9. United States 22
- 10. Malaysia 20
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)