Lancefield

VIC 3435 • Greater Melbourne

2,743
Population (2021)
$40,092
Median Income
123.77 km²
Area
471m
Elevation

About Lancefield

Lancefield is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Macedon Ranges (Shire) area. With a population of 2,743 and a median income of $40,092, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 123.77 km² at an elevation of 471m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Situated at an elevation of 471m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lancefield offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lancefield falls under postcode 3435 and is governed by Macedon Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3435
Urban Area
Macedon Ranges
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.26°, 144.69°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
123.77 km²
Elevation
471m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,766
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,455
Census 2021
2,743
11.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,384
Income 2021
$40,092
20.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,291
Born Overseas 291

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 97
  • 2. New Zealand 34
  • 3. Philippines 19
  • 4. Malta 13
  • 5. Scotland 12
  • 6. Germany 11
  • 7. Netherlands 11
  • 8. Italy 9
  • 9. Croatia 7
  • 10. South Africa 7
  • 11. Malaysia 6
  • 12. Vietnam 6
  • 13. Canada 4
  • 14. China 4
  • 15. India 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,214
English 1,109
Irish 448
Scottish 350
Italian 129
German 119
Maltese 57
Dutch 56
Filipino 29
Welsh 22

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,834
Both parents born in Australia
406
Both parents born overseas
334
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.2%
Christianity
45.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
154 (5.6%)
5-14 years
369 (13.5%)
15-19 years
167 (6.1%)
20-24 years
138 (5.0%)
25-34 years
305 (11.1%)
35-44 years
338 (12.3%)
45-54 years
379 (13.8%)
55-64 years
385 (14.0%)
65-74 years
339 (12.4%)
75-84 years
145 (5.3%)
85+ years
25 (0.9%)

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