North Bendigo

VIC 3550 • Rest of VIC

4,277
Population (2021)
$36,764
Median Income
4.19 km²
Area
218m
Elevation
UrbanHistoricEstablishedRegional CentreFamily-Friendly

About North Bendigo

North Bendigo is a suburban neighbourhood located 2.4 kilometres north of Bendigo's city centre in regional Victoria. With a population of approximately 4,277 residents and covering 4.2 square kilometres, this established suburb forms part of the City of Greater Bendigo. The area has a rich gold rush history, with a section formerly known as "Emu Point" that was home to a large Chinese mining community who built the historic Bendigo Joss House around 1865.

North Bendigo offers convenient urban living with excellent access to Bendigo's CBD, shopping, and services. The suburb features parks covering nearly 8.5% of its area, the historic Post Office, and a mix of housing styles reflecting its long settlement history. Residents enjoy proximity to Bendigo's cultural attractions, including the Central Deborah Gold Mine and Bendigo Art Gallery, while maintaining a quieter residential atmosphere. The area appeals to families, professionals, and retirees seeking central convenience.

North Bendigo falls under postcode 3550 and is governed by Greater Bendigo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3550
Urban Area
Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 144.28°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
4.19 km²
Elevation
218m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Railway Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Bendigo Transit — Bendigo CBD & suburbs 5-10 min to CBD

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
150 km
By Train
2h (from Bendigo Station)
By Car (Peak)
2h
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 45m

🛣️ V/Line trains run regularly to Melbourne Southern Cross. Local Bendigo buses available.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Close to Bendigo CBD with walkable streets; some services accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$285
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,290
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,059
Census 2021
4,277
5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,952
Income 2021
$36,764
22.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,397
Born Overseas 588

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 112
  • 2. England 70
  • 3. Myanmar 50
  • 4. Philippines 47
  • 5. Thailand 39
  • 6. New Zealand 35
  • 7. Sri Lanka 21
  • 8. China 18
  • 9. Malaysia 15
  • 10. Ireland 14
  • 11. Germany 13
  • 12. Scotland 12
  • 13. Nepal 11
  • 14. Greece 9
  • 15. South Africa 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,661
Australian 1,607
Irish 542
Scottish 418
German 178
Australian Aboriginal 119
Indian 99
Italian 94
Chinese 77
Filipino 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,839
Both parents born in Australia
682
Both parents born overseas
331
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.5%
Christianity
38.8%
Buddhism
2.2%
Hinduism
1.1%
Islam
1.0%
Sikhism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
231 (5.4%)
5-14 years
438 (10.2%)
15-19 years
236 (5.5%)
20-24 years
340 (7.9%)
25-34 years
734 (17.2%)
35-44 years
489 (11.4%)
45-54 years
489 (11.4%)
55-64 years
469 (11.0%)
65-74 years
394 (9.2%)
75-84 years
255 (6.0%)
85+ years
203 (4.7%)

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