Golden Square

VIC 3555 • Rest of VIC

9,220
Population (2021)
$37,492
Median Income
8.49 km²
Area
234m
Elevation
HistoricFamily-FriendlyRegionalHeritage

About Golden Square

Golden Square is a historic residential suburb located 4 kilometres southwest of Bendigo's CBD in regional Victoria. With a population of over 9,000 residents, this established community sits on elevated terrain with sweeping views over the greater Bendigo region. The suburb combines heritage character with modern conveniences, featuring a mix of period homes and contemporary developments across its tree-lined streets.

Residents enjoy a relaxed suburban lifestyle with excellent access to Bendigo's amenities and employment opportunities. The suburb features several parks and recreational facilities, local shopping strips, and is well-connected to Bendigo's education and healthcare services. Golden Square attracts families and professionals who value community atmosphere, heritage character, and the convenience of living close to a major regional centre.

Golden Square falls under postcode 3555 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3555
Urban Area
Maiden Gully - Kangaroo Flats
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.77°, 144.25°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
8.49 km²
Elevation
234m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo
4 km
50 min

Bus Services

  • Route 64 — Bendigo Station via Quarry Hill 15 min
  • Route 55 — Kangaroo Flat via Bendigo Station 20 min

Commute to Bendigo

Distance
4 km
By Train
N/A
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 min

🛣️ Excellent access to Bendigo CBD, bus connections to train station for Melbourne services

Walkability Very Good

Good local amenities within walking distance, well-connected street network

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,820
Census 2021
9,220
4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,564
Income 2021
$37,492
18.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,861
Born Overseas 925

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 125
  • 2. India 115
  • 3. Thailand 79
  • 4. Philippines 69
  • 5. Myanmar 67
  • 6. New Zealand 65
  • 7. China 36
  • 8. Scotland 24
  • 9. Nepal 22
  • 10. Netherlands 22
  • 11. Vietnam 20
  • 12. United States 19
  • 13. Malaysia 15
  • 14. Sri Lanka 15
  • 15. Afghanistan 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,955
Australian 3,733
Irish 1,242
Scottish 1,135
German 376
Italian 275
Australian Aboriginal 225
Dutch 144
Indian 134
Chinese 132

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

6,728
Both parents born in Australia
1,187
Both parents born overseas
747
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.2%
Christianity
41.9%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
537 (5.8%)
5-14 years
1,062 (11.5%)
15-19 years
480 (5.2%)
20-24 years
539 (5.8%)
25-34 years
1,404 (15.2%)
35-44 years
1,163 (12.6%)
45-54 years
1,041 (11.3%)
55-64 years
1,077 (11.7%)
65-74 years
960 (10.4%)
75-84 years
639 (6.9%)
85+ years
320 (3.5%)

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