Eaglehawk

VIC 3556 • Rest of VIC

5,538
Population (2021)
$32,708
Median Income
14.57 km²
Area
213m
Elevation

About Eaglehawk

Eaglehawk is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Greater Bendigo (City) area. With a population of 5,538 and a median income of $32,708, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 14.57 km² at an elevation of 213m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 213m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Eaglehawk offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

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

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3556
Urban Area
Eaglehawk
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.71°, 144.26°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
14.57 km²
Elevation
213m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$265
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,691
Census 2021
5,538
2.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,288
Income 2021
$32,708
15.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,824
Born Overseas 392

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 97
  • 2. Myanmar 43
  • 3. New Zealand 40
  • 4. Thailand 36
  • 5. Philippines 19
  • 6. India 16
  • 7. Scotland 15
  • 8. Netherlands 12
  • 9. Malaysia 9
  • 10. China 8
  • 11. South Africa 8
  • 12. United States 6
  • 13. France 5
  • 14. Croatia 4
  • 15. Germany 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,466
Australian 2,310
Irish 732
Scottish 691
German 260
Australian Aboriginal 187
Italian 143
Dutch 82
Chinese 55
Filipino 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,287
Both parents born in Australia
510
Both parents born overseas
395
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.0%
Christianity
42.8%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
301 (5.4%)
5-14 years
633 (11.4%)
15-19 years
278 (5.0%)
20-24 years
335 (6.0%)
25-34 years
729 (13.2%)
35-44 years
574 (10.4%)
45-54 years
672 (12.1%)
55-64 years
751 (13.6%)
65-74 years
731 (13.2%)
75-84 years
401 (7.2%)
85+ years
139 (2.5%)

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