Maldon

VIC 3463 • Rest of VIC

1,665
Population (2021)
$30,784
Median Income
47.72 km²
Area
347m
Elevation

About Maldon

Maldon is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Mount Alexander (Shire) area. With a population of 1,665 and a median income of $30,784, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 47.72 km² at an elevation of 347m, 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. Maldon is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Maldon falls under postcode 3463 and is governed by Mount Alexander Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3463
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.00°, 144.08°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
47.72 km²
Elevation
347m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$268
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
60 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,513
Census 2021
1,665
10.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,856
Income 2021
$30,784
23.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,324
Born Overseas 250

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 120
  • 2. New Zealand 19
  • 3. Netherlands 18
  • 4. United States 10
  • 5. South Africa 9
  • 6. Italy 8
  • 7. Japan 7
  • 8. India 6
  • 9. Ireland 5
  • 10. Malaysia 5
  • 11. Papua New Guinea 5
  • 12. Scotland 4
  • 13. Brazil 3
  • 14. France 3
  • 15. Germany 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 851
Australian 581
Irish 296
Scottish 250
German 74
Dutch 46
Italian 41
French 19
Welsh 18
Hungarian 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,085
Both parents born in Australia
290
Both parents born overseas
186
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.8%
Christianity
33.6%
Buddhism
1.4%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
44 (2.6%)
5-14 years
107 (6.4%)
15-19 years
68 (4.1%)
20-24 years
38 (2.3%)
25-34 years
100 (6.0%)
35-44 years
117 (7.0%)
45-54 years
204 (12.3%)
55-64 years
336 (20.2%)
65-74 years
395 (23.7%)
75-84 years
199 (12.0%)
85+ years
66 (4.0%)

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