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Kennington

VIC 3550 • Rest of VIC

5,880
Population (2021)
$71,292
Median Household Income
4.01 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
University TownAffordableFamily-FriendlyEstablishedLeafy

About Kennington

Kennington is a residential suburb located in the south-western part of Bendigo, approximately 130 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD within the City of Greater Bendigo council area. Sitting at an elevation of 267 metres on the central Victorian goldfields plateau, the suburb has a population of 5,880 with a median age of 42 and a relatively affordable cost of living, with median weekly rents of $290. The area's predominantly Anglo-Australian heritage and stable population give it a quietly established character typical of inner Bendigo suburbs.

Kennington is notable for its proximity to La Trobe University's Bendigo campus, which draws a student and academic community to the area and contributes to a mixed demographic of students, families, and retirees. The suburb is well-served by local schools including both government and Catholic options, and benefits from Bendigo's expanding shopping precincts and health services. Tree-lined streets, accessible bus links to Bendigo's CBD, and affordable housing make Kennington a practical and pleasant choice for families and first-home buyers in regional Victoria.

Kennington 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
Victoria
Postcode
3550
Urban Area
East Bendigo
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Bendigo East (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.77°, 144.30°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
4.01 km²
Elevation
267m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Kennington for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$600K
33 sales · ▲ 1.2% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$663K
18 sales · ▲ 51.3% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,400
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.3%

56 state housing + 23 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo
4 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 2 — Bendigo CBD and La Trobe University 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
2 hrs from Bendigo station (V/Line)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Bendigo station is the main transport hub. Calder Highway provides road access.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local buses serve the suburb but most residents drive; walkable to La Trobe University campus from nearby streets.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Greater Bendigo Local Government Area, which contains Kennington. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 33.1%
Motor vehicle theft
258.8 / 100k
2yr Up 62.3% 10yr Up 25.3%
Non-FV assault
400.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.7% 10yr Up 66.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.7 / 100k
2yr Up 192.2% 10yr Up 32.1%
Steal from vehicle
636.9 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Bendigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,649
Census 2021
5,880
▲ 4.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,472
Personal Income 2021
$38,688
▲ 27.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$38,688 / yr
$744/wk
Household
$71,292 / yr
$1371/wk
Family
$96,304 / yr
$1852/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,862
Born Overseas 723

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 93
  • 2. India 72
  • 3. China 61
  • 4. New Zealand 38
  • 5. Philippines 35
  • 6. Sri Lanka 33
  • 7. Thailand 32
  • 8. Malaysia 26
  • 9. Myanmar 21
  • 10. Netherlands 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,557
Australian 2,215
Irish 901
Scottish 760
German 263
Italian 220
Chinese 138
Dutch 97
Australian Aboriginal 91
Indian 77

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,145
Both parents born in Australia
888
Both parents born overseas
514
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.2%
No Religion
43.6%
Islam
1.2%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
260 (4.4%)
5-14 years
609 (10.4%)
15-19 years
332 (5.6%)
20-24 years
476 (8.1%)
25-34 years
766 (13.0%)
35-44 years
628 (10.7%)
45-54 years
656 (11.2%)
55-64 years
681 (11.6%)
65-74 years
673 (11.4%)
75-84 years
478 (8.1%)
85+ years
326 (5.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kennington known for? +

Kennington is known for being home to La Trobe University's Bendigo campus, which brings a student and academic community to the suburb and contributes to a mixed demographic of students, families, and professionals.

How far is Kennington from Melbourne? +

Kennington is approximately 130 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 1 hour 20-30 minute drive via the Calder Highway. V/Line trains from Bendigo station take approximately 2 hours to Melbourne.

Does Kennington have public transport? +

Kennington is served by local Bendigo bus routes, including Route 2 connecting to Bendigo CBD and La Trobe University. Bendigo station on the V/Line Bendigo Line is approximately 4 kilometres away.

What is the population of Kennington? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kennington has a population of approximately 5,880 residents, with a demographic mix reflecting the university's presence alongside established families.

Is Kennington a good place to live? +

Kennington offers affordable housing in south-west Bendigo with the added advantage of La Trobe University on the doorstep. It suits students, academics, families, and professionals seeking a well-located suburb with bus access to the Bendigo CBD.

What is the postcode for Kennington? +

The postcode for Kennington is 3550.

What is the average income in Kennington? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kennington is about $744 per week (around $38,700 per year). The median household income is $1,371 per week and the median family income is $1,852 per week.

What is the median house price in Kennington? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $600,000, up 1.2% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $662,500, up 51.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Kennington? +

The median age in Kennington is 42. The largest age group is 25–34 (766 residents, around 13%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 25% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kennington a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kennington is part of the Greater Bendigo LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Kennington? +

In Kennington, the median weekly rent is $290, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,400 (2021 Census).