East Bendigo

VIC 3550 • Rest of VIC

2,246
Population (2021)
$37,180
Median Income
9.51 km²
Area
217m
Elevation

About East Bendigo

East Bendigo is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Greater Bendigo (City) area. With a population of 2,246 and a median income of $37,180, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 9.51 km² at an elevation of 217m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 217m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. East Bendigo offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

East Bendigo falls under postcode 3550 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo East (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3550
Urban Area
East Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 144.32°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
9.51 km²
Elevation
217m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,213
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,092
Census 2021
2,246
7.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,084
Income 2021
$37,180
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,830
Born Overseas 264

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 38
  • 2. England 32
  • 3. New Zealand 21
  • 4. Philippines 11
  • 5. Myanmar 10
  • 6. Nepal 10
  • 7. Sri Lanka 10
  • 8. Scotland 9
  • 9. China 8
  • 10. Germany 8
  • 11. Thailand 8
  • 12. Egypt 7
  • 13. South Korea 7
  • 14. Afghanistan 6
  • 15. Fiji 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 899
Australian 898
Irish 297
Scottish 265
German 104
Italian 72
Dutch 43
Chinese 42
Australian Aboriginal 31
Indian 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,582
Both parents born in Australia
325
Both parents born overseas
187
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.1%
No Religion
43.0%
Hinduism
1.4%
Sikhism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
129 (5.7%)
5-14 years
154 (6.9%)
15-19 years
105 (4.7%)
20-24 years
131 (5.8%)
25-34 years
354 (15.8%)
35-44 years
235 (10.5%)
45-54 years
258 (11.5%)
55-64 years
303 (13.5%)
65-74 years
266 (11.8%)
75-84 years
186 (8.3%)
85+ years
106 (4.7%)

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