Casterton

VIC 3311 • Rest of VIC

1,673
Population (2021)
$27,196
Median Income
226.79 km²
Area
146m
Elevation

About Casterton

Casterton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Glenelg (Shire) area. With a population of 1,673 and a median income of $27,196, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 226.79 km² at an elevation of 146m, 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. Casterton is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Casterton falls under postcode 3311 and is governed by Glenelg Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3311
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.60°, 141.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
226.79 km²
Elevation
146m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$160
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$700
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
58 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,668
Census 2021
1,673
0.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,076
Income 2021
$27,196
13.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,395
Born Overseas 163

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 38
  • 2. New Zealand 31
  • 3. India 20
  • 4. Nepal 11
  • 5. Netherlands 7
  • 6. South Africa 7
  • 7. Philippines 5
  • 8. United States 5
  • 9. Zimbabwe 4
  • 10. China 3
  • 11. Germany 3
  • 12. Scotland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 731
Australian 701
Irish 230
Scottish 198
German 65
Australian Aboriginal 25
Dutch 20
Indian 20
Italian 14
Maori 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,251
Both parents born in Australia
198
Both parents born overseas
101
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.1%
No Religion
40.0%
Hinduism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.4%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
57 (3.4%)
5-14 years
129 (7.7%)
15-19 years
69 (4.1%)
20-24 years
67 (4.0%)
25-34 years
129 (7.7%)
35-44 years
111 (6.6%)
45-54 years
164 (9.8%)
55-64 years
308 (18.4%)
65-74 years
301 (18.0%)
75-84 years
226 (13.5%)
85+ years
110 (6.6%)

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