Longford

VIC 3851 • Rest of VIC

1,489
Population (2021)
$41,132
Median Income
314.02 km²
Area
68m
Elevation

About Longford

Longford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Wellington (Shire) area. With a population of 1,489 and a median income of $41,132, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 314.02 km² at an elevation of 68m, 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. Longford is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Longford falls under postcode 3851 and is governed by Wellington Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3851
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.24°, 147.09°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
314.02 km²
Elevation
68m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$274
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,497
Census 2021
1,489
0.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,152
Income 2021
$41,132
17.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,282
Born Overseas 127

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 57
  • 2. New Zealand 12
  • 3. Netherlands 8
  • 4. Thailand 8
  • 5. Canada 7
  • 6. United States 5
  • 7. Germany 3
  • 8. Indonesia 3
  • 9. Italy 3
  • 10. Malta 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 695
English 644
Irish 175
Scottish 173
German 57
Italian 53
Dutch 49
Australian Aboriginal 16
Maltese 16
New Zealander 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,104
Both parents born in Australia
182
Both parents born overseas
153
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.1%
Christianity
44.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
103 (6.9%)
5-14 years
223 (15.0%)
15-19 years
125 (8.4%)
20-24 years
45 (3.0%)
25-34 years
122 (8.2%)
35-44 years
204 (13.7%)
45-54 years
230 (15.4%)
55-64 years
203 (13.6%)
65-74 years
180 (12.1%)
75-84 years
47 (3.2%)
85+ years
13 (0.9%)

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