Healesville

VIC 3777 • Greater Melbourne

7,589
Population (2021)
$36,764
Median Income
141.73 km²
Area
167m
Elevation

About Healesville

Healesville is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Yarra Ranges (Shire) area. With a population of 7,589 and a median income of $36,764, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 141.73 km² at an elevation of 167m, 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. Healesville is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

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

State
Postcode
3777
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.67°, 145.54°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
141.73 km²
Elevation
167m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Maroondah Highway Healsville 3777 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,461
Census 2021
7,589
1.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,368
Income 2021
$36,764
21.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,030
Born Overseas 1,136

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
  • 11. India 16
  • 12. Ireland 16
  • 13. Canada 13
  • 14. Philippines 12
  • 15. Japan 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,493
Australian 2,880
Irish 1,037
Scottish 977
German 404
Dutch 299
Italian 263
Australian Aboriginal 207
Polish 72
Chinese 60

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,586
Both parents born in Australia
1,485
Both parents born overseas
1,070
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.5%
Christianity
34.1%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
386 (5.1%)
5-14 years
864 (11.4%)
15-19 years
423 (5.6%)
20-24 years
338 (4.5%)
25-34 years
773 (10.2%)
35-44 years
877 (11.6%)
45-54 years
1,003 (13.2%)
55-64 years
1,131 (14.9%)
65-74 years
906 (11.9%)
75-84 years
634 (8.4%)
85+ years
259 (3.4%)

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