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Maiden Gully

VIC 3551 • Rest of VIC

5,407
Population (2021)
$114,868
Median Household Income
40.09 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbAffordableYoung Families

About Maiden Gully

Maiden Gully is a growing outer-western suburb of Bendigo in central Victoria, located approximately 7 kilometres west of the Bendigo CBD along the Calder Highway. With a population of around 5,407 at the 2021 census, it is one of the faster-growing residential communities in the Greater Bendigo region, attracting young families seeking newer housing and larger blocks at more affordable prices than inner-Bendigo alternatives. The suburb sits at an elevation of around 228 metres on undulating land that transitions from suburban streets into rural farmland and bushland on its western fringe.

Maiden Gully offers a semi-rural lifestyle with the convenience of Bendigo's services close at hand. The suburb has a primary school — Maiden Gully Primary School — and is well served by school bus connections to Bendigo secondary colleges including Crusoe College and Marist College. Local shopping is available at small neighbourhood centres, while Bendigo's full retail and cultural amenities are a short drive along the Calder Highway. The community is characterised by owner-occupied homes, young families and a quiet suburban feel, with growing infrastructure accompanying the area's steady population increase.

Maiden Gully falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
Maiden Gully - Kangaroo Flats
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Bendigo West (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.76°, 144.21°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
40.09 km²
Elevation
228m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$795K
17 sales · ▼ 4.2% 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)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,690
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
37 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
7.5 km
N/A (drive/bus)

Bus Services

  • PTV Route 3 / school bus services — Bendigo CBD / Crusoe College / Marist College 15–25 min

Commute to Bendigo CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
Drive/bus to Bendigo Station, then train to Melbourne Southern Cross ~2 hr
By Car (Peak)
12–20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min

🛣️ Calder Highway provides direct access to Bendigo CBD. Melbourne is approximately 1.5–2 hr drive or 2 hr by regional train from Bendigo Station.

Walkability Car Dependent

Maiden Gully is a suburban area with limited footpath coverage in newer estates. A car is essential for most daily needs; PTV bus services link the area to Bendigo.

🛒 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 Maiden Gully. 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
4,992
Census 2021
5,407
▲ 8.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,492
Personal Income 2021
$46,644
▲ 24.4% 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
$46,644 / yr
$897/wk
Household
$114,868 / yr
$2209/wk
Family
$122,720 / yr
$2360/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,961
Born Overseas 314

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 78
  • 2. India 39
  • 3. New Zealand 30
  • 4. Netherlands 14
  • 5. Philippines 14
  • 6. South Africa 10
  • 7. Afghanistan 9
  • 8. China 6
  • 9. Greece 5
  • 10. Iraq 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,522
Australian 2,392
Scottish 692
Irish 667
German 256
Italian 178
Australian Aboriginal 77
Dutch 76
Indian 56
Chinese 51

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,406
Both parents born in Australia
438
Both parents born overseas
417
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
46.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
370 (6.8%)
5-14 years
966 (17.9%)
15-19 years
361 (6.7%)
20-24 years
282 (5.2%)
25-34 years
494 (9.1%)
35-44 years
826 (15.3%)
45-54 years
773 (14.3%)
55-64 years
614 (11.4%)
65-74 years
512 (9.5%)
75-84 years
177 (3.3%)
85+ years
25 (0.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maiden Gully a good suburb? +

Maiden Gully is considered a good suburb for families and first-home buyers seeking newer homes and larger blocks at affordable prices, while being just 7 km from Bendigo's CBD and amenities.

What schools are in Maiden Gully VIC? +

Maiden Gully Primary School is the local government primary school. For secondary schooling, students typically attend Crusoe College or Marist College in Bendigo, with school bus services available.

How far is Maiden Gully from Bendigo CBD? +

Maiden Gully is approximately 7 kilometres west of Bendigo CBD, a drive of around 10–15 minutes along the Calder Highway.

What LGA is Maiden Gully in? +

Maiden Gully is in the City of Greater Bendigo local government area.

Is Maiden Gully growing? +

Yes. Maiden Gully has been one of Bendigo's growing western suburbs, with new residential estates attracting families seeking affordable land close to the regional city's services.

What is the average income in Maiden Gully? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Maiden Gully is about $897 per week (around $46,600 per year). The median household income is $2,209 per week and the median family income is $2,360 per week.

What is the median house price in Maiden Gully? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $795,000, down 4.2% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Maiden Gully? +

The median age in Maiden Gully is 37. The largest age group is 5–14 (966 residents, around 18%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Maiden Gully a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maiden Gully 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.

What is the population of Maiden Gully? +

Maiden Gully had a population of 5,407 at the 2021 Census, up 8.3% from 4,992 in 2016.

How much is rent in Maiden Gully? +

In Maiden Gully, the median weekly rent is $380, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,690 (2021 Census).