Porepunkah

VIC 3740 • Rest of VIC

1,024
Population (2021)
$40,924
Median Income
68.49 km²
Area
406m
Elevation

About Porepunkah

Porepunkah is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Alpine (Shire) area. With a population of 1,024 and a median income of $40,924, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 68.49 km² at an elevation of 406m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 406m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Porepunkah offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Porepunkah falls under postcode 3740 and is governed by Alpine Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3740
Urban Area
Alpine - Towong - Indigo
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.68°, 146.92°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
68.49 km²
Elevation
406m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$383
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,633
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
941
Census 2021
1,024
8.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,576
Income 2021
$40,924
33.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 863
Born Overseas 112

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 29
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. United States 12
  • 4. Scotland 8
  • 5. Germany 7
  • 6. Canada 6
  • 7. Ireland 5
  • 8. Malaysia 5
  • 9. Poland 4
  • 10. Netherlands 3
  • 11. Philippines 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 445
Australian 412
Irish 142
Scottish 113
German 62
Italian 50
Dutch 28
French 8
New Zealander 7
Welsh 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

699
Both parents born in Australia
159
Both parents born overseas
115
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.9%
Christianity
34.9%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
56 (5.5%)
5-14 years
118 (11.5%)
15-19 years
56 (5.5%)
20-24 years
38 (3.7%)
25-34 years
101 (9.9%)
35-44 years
123 (12.0%)
45-54 years
158 (15.4%)
55-64 years
150 (14.6%)
65-74 years
129 (12.6%)
75-84 years
76 (7.4%)
85+ years
18 (1.8%)

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