Strathfieldsaye

VIC 3551 • Rest of VIC

6,850
Population (2021)
$48,048
Median Income
30.08 km²
Area
201m
Elevation

About Strathfieldsaye

Strathfieldsaye is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Greater Bendigo (City) area. With a population of 6,850 and a median income of $48,048, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 30.08 km² at an elevation of 201m, 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. Strathfieldsaye is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Strathfieldsaye falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo East (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.80°, 144.36°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
30.08 km²
Elevation
201m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,428
Census 2021
6,850
26.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,572
Income 2021
$48,048
21.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,096
Born Overseas 563

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 136
  • 2. India 64
  • 3. New Zealand 42
  • 4. South Africa 35
  • 5. Philippines 34
  • 6. Sri Lanka 20
  • 7. China 19
  • 8. Scotland 19
  • 9. Canada 15
  • 10. Germany 12
  • 11. United States 12
  • 12. Netherlands 11
  • 13. South Korea 9
  • 14. Thailand 8
  • 15. Malaysia 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,051
Australian 2,992
Irish 1,035
Scottish 891
German 301
Italian 256
Dutch 128
Chinese 93
Indian 86
Australian Aboriginal 71

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,343
Both parents born in Australia
722
Both parents born overseas
582
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.5%
No Religion
45.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
481 (7.0%)
5-14 years
1,231 (18.0%)
15-19 years
499 (7.3%)
20-24 years
321 (4.7%)
25-34 years
756 (11.0%)
35-44 years
999 (14.6%)
45-54 years
891 (13.0%)
55-64 years
705 (10.3%)
65-74 years
668 (9.8%)
75-84 years
241 (3.5%)
85+ years
56 (0.8%)

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