Ross Creek

VIC 3351 • Rest of VIC

1,221
Population (2021)
$42,796
Median Income
40.38 km²
Area
419m
Elevation

About Ross Creek

Ross Creek is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Golden Plains (Shire) area. With a population of 1,221 and a median income of $42,796, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 40.38 km² at an elevation of 419m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

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. Ross Creek is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Ross Creek falls under postcode 3351 and is governed by Golden Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3351
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.65°, 143.77°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
40.38 km²
Elevation
419m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,153
Census 2021
1,221
5.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,644
Income 2021
$42,796
27.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,100
Born Overseas 90

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 21
  • 2. New Zealand 10
  • 3. Singapore 10
  • 4. Thailand 8
  • 5. Malta 6
  • 6. France 5
  • 7. Germany 5
  • 8. Italy 4
  • 9. United States 4
  • 10. Croatia 3
  • 11. Ireland 3
  • 12. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 549
English 525
Irish 152
Scottish 117
German 53
Dutch 48
Australian Aboriginal 47
Italian 36
Welsh 17
Polish 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

950
Both parents born in Australia
134
Both parents born overseas
108
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.6%
Christianity
44.1%
Buddhism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
62 (5.1%)
5-14 years
221 (18.1%)
15-19 years
91 (7.5%)
20-24 years
60 (4.9%)
25-34 years
79 (6.5%)
35-44 years
171 (14.0%)
45-54 years
219 (17.9%)
55-64 years
191 (15.6%)
65-74 years
115 (9.4%)
75-84 years
24 (2.0%)
85+ years
5 (0.4%)

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