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Bears Lagoon

VIC 3517 • Victoria

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
103.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Bears Lagoon

Bears Lagoon is a small rural locality in the Bendigo area of central Victoria, situated approximately 165 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 103 square kilometres of flat farming and mallee country on the Campaspe plains.

The nearest town of Bendigo, approximately 30 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Bendigo region is known for its historic goldfields, vibrant arts scene, and the surrounding mixed farming country. There is no public transport serving Bears Lagoon; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Bears Lagoon falls under postcode 3517 and is governed by the Loddon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3517
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Loddon
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.48°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
103.22 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3517

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3517 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,684
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,457

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3517; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 2 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Bendigo is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Loddon Local Government Area, which contains Bears Lagoon. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
321.7 / 100k
2yr Up 55.8% 10yr Down 28.5%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Up 57.8% 10yr Up 269.5%
Non-FV assault
308.8 / 100k
2yr Up 117.5% 10yr Up 22.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
386 / 100k
2yr Up 99.4% 10yr Up 32.6%
View all offence subgroups for Loddon →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bears Lagoon known for? +

Bears Lagoon is a quiet rural locality in the Bendigo area of central Victoria. The locality covers approximately 103 square kilometres of flat farming and mallee country on the Campaspe plains.

How far is Bears Lagoon from Melbourne CBD? +

Bears Lagoon is approximately 165 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2 to 3 hour drive.

Does Bears Lagoon have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Bears Lagoon. A private vehicle is essential, with Bendigo approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Bears Lagoon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bears Lagoon has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Bendigo area of central Victoria.

Is Bears Lagoon a good place to live? +

Bears Lagoon suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Bendigo area of central Victoria, with Bendigo providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Bears Lagoon? +

The postcode for Bears Lagoon is 3517, covering this rural locality in the Bendigo area of central Victoria.

Is Bears Lagoon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bears Lagoon is part of the Loddon LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.