Nicholson

VIC 3882 • Rest of VIC

1,322
Population (2021)
$34,684
Median Income
68.26 km²
Area
21m
Elevation

About Nicholson

Nicholson is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the East Gippsland (Shire) area. With a population of 1,322 and a median income of $34,684, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 68.26 km² at an elevation of 21m, 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. Nicholson is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Nicholson falls under postcode 3882 and is governed by East Gippsland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3882
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.81°, 147.75°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
68.26 km²
Elevation
21m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,095
Census 2021
1,322
20.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,532
Income 2021
$34,684
35.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,111
Born Overseas 143

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 53
  • 2. New Zealand 12
  • 3. Germany 7
  • 4. Philippines 7
  • 5. Scotland 7
  • 6. Netherlands 6
  • 7. Ireland 5
  • 8. Canada 4
  • 9. Italy 4
  • 10. United States 4
  • 11. India 3
  • 12. South Africa 3
  • 13. Taiwan 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 618
Australian 583
Scottish 156
Irish 136
German 56
Dutch 42
Italian 27
Australian Aboriginal 16
Filipino 13
Polish 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

957
Both parents born in Australia
176
Both parents born overseas
133
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
57.6%
Christianity
36.3%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
69 (5.2%)
5-14 years
166 (12.6%)
15-19 years
73 (5.5%)
20-24 years
56 (4.2%)
25-34 years
135 (10.2%)
35-44 years
120 (9.1%)
45-54 years
156 (11.8%)
55-64 years
212 (16.0%)
65-74 years
209 (15.8%)
75-84 years
103 (7.8%)
85+ years
24 (1.8%)

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