Stawell
VIC 3380 • Rest of VIC
About Stawell
Stawell is a regional town and urban locality in western Victoria, serving as the administrative centre of the Northern Grampians Shire, approximately 235 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Covering a generous 93 square kilometres, the town has a population of 6,220 and a median age of 47, reflecting a mature demographic typical of regional Victoria. Median household income of $1,127 per week is comparable to the state's regional average, and housing is notably affordable, with median monthly mortgage repayments of just $973.
Stawell is internationally recognised as the home of the Stawell Gift, one of Australia's most prestigious professional foot races, held annually at Easter and drawing visitors from across the country. The town is ideally positioned as a gateway to the Grampians National Park, 26 kilometres to the west, offering residents and visitors world-class hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife experiences. Essential services including schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and local dining make Stawell a self-contained regional community, popular with established families and retirees seeking an affordable lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty.
Stawell falls under postcode 3380 and is governed by Northern Grampians Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths26-32 Scallan Street Stawell 3380 VIC
Schools
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13 Skene Street
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55 Patrick Street
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Western Highway
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Wonga Campus
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Cooper Street
Housing 2021 Census
84 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 103
- 2. Philippines 100
- 3. Taiwan 78
- 4. India 63
- 5. New Zealand 34
- 6. China 23
- 7. Scotland 22
- 8. South Africa 21
- 9. Germany 16
- 10. Thailand 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)