California Gully

VIC 3556 • Rest of VIC

4,476
Population (2021)
$30,576
Median Income
3.71 km²
Area
245m
Elevation

About California Gully

California Gully is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Greater Bendigo (City) area. With a population of 4,476 and a median income of $30,576, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.71 km² at an elevation of 245m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 245m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. California Gully offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

California Gully falls under postcode 3556 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3556
Urban Area
Eaglehawk
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.73°, 144.26°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
3.71 km²
Elevation
245m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$251
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,200
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,363
Census 2021
4,476
2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,792
Income 2021
$30,576
18.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,694
Born Overseas 407

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Thailand 88
  • 2. Myanmar 86
  • 3. England 50
  • 4. New Zealand 36
  • 5. Philippines 22
  • 6. India 10
  • 7. Ireland 8
  • 8. Nepal 8
  • 9. Vietnam 8
  • 10. China 7
  • 11. Germany 6
  • 12. Indonesia 6
  • 13. Sri Lanka 5
  • 14. Afghanistan 4
  • 15. Fiji 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,817
Australian 1,811
Irish 526
Scottish 458
German 210
Australian Aboriginal 176
Italian 81
Dutch 60
Chinese 44
Filipino 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,200
Both parents born in Australia
537
Both parents born overseas
347
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
39.3%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
233 (5.2%)
5-14 years
603 (13.5%)
15-19 years
298 (6.7%)
20-24 years
294 (6.6%)
25-34 years
581 (13.0%)
35-44 years
512 (11.4%)
45-54 years
509 (11.4%)
55-64 years
563 (12.6%)
65-74 years
487 (10.9%)
75-84 years
270 (6.0%)
85+ years
131 (2.9%)

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