Tongala

VIC 3621 • Rest of VIC

1,973
Population (2021)
$34,112
Median Income
112.01 km²
Area
104m
Elevation

About Tongala

Tongala is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Campaspe (Shire) area. With a population of 1,973 and a median income of $34,112, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 112.01 km² at an elevation of 104m, 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. Tongala is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Tongala falls under postcode 3621 and is governed by Campaspe Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.24°, 144.96°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
112.01 km²
Elevation
104m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,127
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,926
Census 2021
1,973
2.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,404
Income 2021
$34,112
24.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,698
Born Overseas 152

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 30
  • 2. New Zealand 27
  • 3. Philippines 26
  • 4. India 17
  • 5. Netherlands 15
  • 6. Scotland 7
  • 7. Lebanon 6
  • 8. Wales 6
  • 9. Thailand 5
  • 10. United States 5
  • 11. Italy 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 953
English 792
Scottish 220
Irish 194
German 63
Australian Aboriginal 59
Dutch 45
Italian 42
Filipino 38
Indian 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,506
Both parents born in Australia
184
Both parents born overseas
148
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.4%
Christianity
42.8%
Islam
0.7%
Hinduism
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
120 (6.1%)
5-14 years
280 (14.2%)
15-19 years
114 (5.8%)
20-24 years
98 (5.0%)
25-34 years
226 (11.5%)
35-44 years
190 (9.6%)
45-54 years
235 (11.9%)
55-64 years
249 (12.6%)
65-74 years
255 (12.9%)
75-84 years
131 (6.6%)
85+ years
69 (3.5%)

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