Junortoun
VIC 3551 • Rest of VIC
About Junortoun
Junortoun is a semi-rural residential suburb located approximately 8 kilometres east of Bendigo CBD, within the Greater Bendigo City Council area in central Victoria. Covering over 21 square kilometres, it is a spacious, low-density locality that has attracted families and professionals seeking a tree-change lifestyle within commuting distance of Bendigo. The population of 3,862 skews slightly older, with a median age of 43, and household incomes are comfortably above the regional average at around $2,170 per week.
Junortoun is known for its peaceful, rural-residential character with large blocks, bushland reserves, and a strong sense of community. The suburb is primarily car-dependent, with residents relying on Bendigo's road network for access to shops, schools, and services. Nearby Epsom offers train services into Bendigo and onward to Melbourne, making it viable for commuters. The area appeals strongly to families, with good local schools accessible in the broader Bendigo East corridor and an unhurried lifestyle that contrasts with the bustle of the city.
Junortoun falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo East (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Public Bus Route (Bendigo network) — Bendigo CBD 20-30 min
Commute to Bendigo CBD
🛣️ Predominantly car-dependent; V/Line services from Epsom to Melbourne take approximately 90 min
Spacious semi-rural suburb with no walkable retail precinct; car essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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149 Patons Road
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High Street
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Howard Street
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Brunel Street
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McIvor Highway
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McIvor Highway (La Valla Campus)
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Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 75
- 2. New Zealand 41
- 3. India 24
- 4. China 15
- 5. Italy 14
- 6. Pakistan 14
- 7. Scotland 14
- 8. Sri Lanka 13
- 9. Egypt 12
- 10. Zimbabwe 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)