St Arnaud

VIC 3478 • Rest of VIC

2,318
Population (2021)
$29,120
Median Income
68.97 km²
Area
241m
Elevation

About St Arnaud

St Arnaud is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Northern Grampians (Shire) area. With a population of 2,318 and a median income of $29,120, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 68.97 km² at an elevation of 241m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 241m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. St Arnaud offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

St Arnaud falls under postcode 3478 and is governed by Northern Grampians Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3478
Urban Area
Wimmera
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.62°, 143.26°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
68.97 km²
Elevation
241m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$188
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$867
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
52 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,193
Census 2021
2,318
5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,596
Income 2021
$29,120
18.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,975
Born Overseas 147

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 38
  • 2. New Zealand 20
  • 3. Philippines 19
  • 4. Netherlands 12
  • 5. Germany 8
  • 6. United States 7
  • 7. India 4
  • 8. Poland 4
  • 9. Vietnam 4
  • 10. Croatia 3
  • 11. Scotland 3
  • 12. Singapore 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,034
Australian 1,007
Scottish 295
Irish 290
German 91
Italian 53
Australian Aboriginal 38
Dutch 29
Filipino 25
French 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,769
Both parents born in Australia
197
Both parents born overseas
139
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.5%
No Religion
37.8%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
110 (4.7%)
5-14 years
207 (8.9%)
15-19 years
110 (4.7%)
20-24 years
105 (4.5%)
25-34 years
241 (10.4%)
35-44 years
179 (7.7%)
45-54 years
286 (12.3%)
55-64 years
331 (14.3%)
65-74 years
359 (15.5%)
75-84 years
268 (11.6%)
85+ years
118 (5.1%)

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