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Bright

VIC 3741 • Rest of VIC

2,620
Population (2021)
$40,248
Median Income
131.74 km²
Area
710m
Elevation

About Bright

Bright is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Alpine (Shire) area. With a population of 2,620 and a median income of $40,248, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 131.74 km² at an elevation of 710m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 710m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Bright offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Bright falls under postcode 3741 and is governed by Alpine Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3741
Urban Area
Alpine - Towong - Indigo
LGA
Alpine
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.70°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
131.74 km²
Elevation
710m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    87-91 Gavan Street Bright 3741 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,638
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
49 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,406
Census 2021
2,620
▲ 8.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,900
Income 2021
$40,248
▲ 34.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,960
Born Overseas 417

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 144
  • 2. New Zealand 40
  • 3. Germany 29
  • 4. South Africa 19
  • 5. Canada 14
  • 6. Italy 13
  • 7. India 12
  • 8. Netherlands 11
  • 9. Malaysia 10
  • 10. Myanmar 10
  • 11. Nepal 10
  • 12. United States 10
  • 13. Croatia 6
  • 14. Greece 6
  • 15. China 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,097
Australian 952
Scottish 319
Irish 318
German 153
Italian 119
Dutch 57
Polish 24
Australian Aboriginal 22
Chinese 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,511
Both parents born in Australia
531
Both parents born overseas
336
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.9%
Christianity
34.1%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
86 (3.3%)
5-14 years
299 (11.4%)
15-19 years
127 (4.8%)
20-24 years
113 (4.3%)
25-34 years
231 (8.8%)
35-44 years
315 (12.0%)
45-54 years
348 (13.3%)
55-64 years
378 (14.4%)
65-74 years
389 (14.8%)
75-84 years
252 (9.6%)
85+ years
84 (3.2%)

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