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Stawell

VIC 3380 • Rest of VIC

6,220
Population (2021)
$58,604
Median Household Income
93.14 km²
Area
$210/wk
Median Rent
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About Stawell

Stawell is a regional town and urban locality in western Victoria, serving as the administrative centre of the Northern Grampians Shire, approximately 235 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Covering a generous 93 square kilometres, the town has a population of 6,220 and a median age of 47, reflecting a mature demographic typical of regional Victoria. Median household income of $1,127 per week is comparable to the state's regional average, and housing is notably affordable, with median monthly mortgage repayments of just $973.

Stawell is internationally recognised as the home of the Stawell Gift, one of Australia's most prestigious professional foot races, held annually at Easter and drawing visitors from across the country. The town is ideally positioned as a gateway to the Grampians National Park, 26 kilometres to the west, offering residents and visitors world-class hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife experiences. Essential services including schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and local dining make Stawell a self-contained regional community, popular with established families and retirees seeking an affordable lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty.

Stawell falls under postcode 3380 and is governed by Northern Grampians Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3380
Urban Area
Wimmera
LGA / Council
Northern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.04°, 142.76°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
93.14 km²
Elevation
228m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$380K
37 sales · ▲ 20.6% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$290K
5 sales · YoY n/a

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)
$210
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$973
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.3%

84 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Ararat/Ballarat/Melbourne or Horsham (alternate directions) Approx 3.5-4 hrs to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
V/Line coach to Ararat or Ballarat, then train (~3.5-4 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) is the main road route. No direct passenger rail; V/Line coaches operate.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact regional town with walkable main street and central services; car needed for larger shopping and surrounding areas.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    26-32 Scallan Street Stawell 3380 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Northern Grampians Local Government Area, which contains Stawell. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
331.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
212.7 / 100k
2yr Up 215.8% 10yr Up 89.3%
Non-FV assault
570 / 100k
2yr Up 38.2% 10yr Up 22.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
263.7 / 100k
2yr Up 141.0% 10yr Down 10.3%
View all offence subgroups for Northern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,032
Census 2021
6,220
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$27,196
Personal Income 2021
$34,216
▲ 25.8% 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
$34,216 / yr
$658/wk
Household
$58,604 / yr
$1127/wk
Family
$78,208 / yr
$1504/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,970
Born Overseas 684

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 103
  • 2. Philippines 100
  • 3. Taiwan 78
  • 4. India 63
  • 5. New Zealand 34
  • 6. China 23
  • 7. Scotland 22
  • 8. South Africa 21
  • 9. Germany 16
  • 10. Thailand 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,570
English 2,484
Scottish 672
Irish 631
German 293
Filipino 115
Italian 105
Chinese 103
Australian Aboriginal 88
Dutch 76

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,395
Both parents born in Australia
812
Both parents born overseas
429
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.9%
Christianity
41.2%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
314 (5.0%)
5-14 years
643 (10.3%)
15-19 years
295 (4.7%)
20-24 years
344 (5.5%)
25-34 years
782 (12.6%)
35-44 years
588 (9.5%)
45-54 years
714 (11.5%)
55-64 years
916 (14.7%)
65-74 years
882 (14.2%)
75-84 years
518 (8.3%)
85+ years
221 (3.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stawell known for? +

Stawell is world-famous for the Stawell Gift, Australia's richest professional foot running race held each Easter, attracting athletes and visitors from across Australia and internationally. The town is also the eastern gateway to the Grampians National Park.

How far is Stawell from Melbourne? +

Stawell is approximately 240 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour 30-45 minute drive via the Western Highway.

Does Stawell have public transport? +

Stawell has no direct V/Line passenger train service. V/Line coaches connect to Ararat and Ballarat for train access to Melbourne. The journey to Melbourne by public transport takes approximately 3.5-4 hours.

What is the population of Stawell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stawell has a population of approximately 6,220 residents, the main service centre for the Northern Grampians Shire.

Is Stawell a good place to live? +

Stawell offers an affordable regional lifestyle with the Grampians National Park on the doorstep for hiking, rock climbing, and nature tourism. The town has a full range of services and the Stawell Gift provides a vibrant annual community event.

What is the postcode for Stawell? +

The postcode for Stawell is 3380.

What is the average income in Stawell? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Stawell is about $658 per week (around $34,200 per year). The median household income is $1,127 per week and the median family income is $1,504 per week.

What is the median house price in Stawell? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $380,000, up 20.6% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $290,000. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Stawell? +

The median age in Stawell is 47. The largest age group is 55–64 (916 residents, around 15%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Stawell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stawell is part of the Northern Grampians 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.

How much is rent in Stawell? +

In Stawell, the median weekly rent is $210, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $973 (2021 Census).