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California Gully - Eaglehawk has an estimated 13,907 residents, up 7.4% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in California Gully - Eaglehawk.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
California Gully - Eaglehawk is located 137 kilometres north-northwest of Melbourne CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,907, an increase of 958 people (7.4%) from the 12,949 recorded at the 2021 Census. This estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 13,523 as of June 2025, plus 512 validated new addresses added since the Census. The area features strong detached house representation, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated manufacturing employment, affordable housing options, a strong service amenity offering, and above-average children per family.
Residents show a fairly standard age profile, with a median age of 38, while the area generally has a lower education level and lower-quartile income levels. Population growth has been strong. The location has a picturesque setting and an intriguing history that includes the gold rush era, with a friendly, tight-knit community suited to residents who value a quiet, serene atmosphere.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,453 in 2001 and 13,523 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,907 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 16.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.3%.
California Gully - Eaglehawk ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for population growth and the 81st for amenities.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in California Gully - Eaglehawk is $444 a week, up 6.2% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 3% below Regional Vic..
3% below Regional Vic. on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $272 in 2016, $462 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $226 in 2016, $361 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $444 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $462 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $361 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +1.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Bendigo | $485 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Bendigo, over 12 months | +6.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Regional Vic. | $458 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Vic., over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, VIC, over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
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Status of the 27 tracked applications: 14 approved, 2 under assessment, 11 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in California Gully - Eaglehawk (2 under construction) and 84 more in the surrounding area.
Single-storey childcare centre for up to 110 children across four rooms, including demolition of the existing dwelling, outdoor play areas…
Permit approved 32 lot subdivision with 32 townhouse dwellings on an 8,878 m2 site in the General Residential Zone.
Part of the Victorian Government's Big Housing Build, this project in the Virginia Hill neighbourhood of Eaglehawk, Bendigo, will deliver…
Upgrades proposed to facilities at California Gully Recreation Reserve (California Gully Oval) to increase community use for sport and…
Permit-approved childcare project on a 3,042 sqm site at 5-7 Watson Avenue, with endorsed plans for a 136-place early learning centre.
A childcare project pre-leased to Eden Academy.
Delivery of a modernised electronic train order (ETO) system on the Bendigo regional network, covering the corridors to Swan Hill and…
New railway station on Swan Hill line featuring single-sided platform, car parking, bus stops, cycling facilities, lighting and CCTV.
Two of the three projects in the Victorian Government's Bendigo Sports Package, delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and…
Bartels Run Estate is a residential masterplanned community by Birchgrove Property Group located along Bartels Road in Jackass Flat.
The Bendigo Low Line is a 4.4 km shared walking and cycling corridor being constructed within the Bendigo Creek flood channel between…
Elmwood Epsom is a 94-lot residential land estate by YourLand Developments in the White Hills precinct of Epsom, approximately 5 km north…
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Estimated completion year of the 40 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 8, 2027 11, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 2, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4, 2036 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 27 substantial development applications lodged in and around California Gully - Eaglehawk over the past 5 years, 10 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 0, 2022 6, 2023 4, 2024 3, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 7.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 27 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 91 | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 include: Virginia Hill, Bendigo (Construction); Barrell Street Childcare Centre (Dev. Approval); California Gully Oval Upgrade (Planning); Poplar Street Townhouse Development (Dev. Approval); and Watson Avenue Childcare Centre (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 spans multiple sectors including Education & Training, Sports & Recreation, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places California Gully - Eaglehawk among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 area has seen 183 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2's current population of 13,907 has been supported by 91 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 91, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 has grown by approximately 723 people, while 457 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
California Gully - Eaglehawk lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,907 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 422 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,949 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 958 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 32.93 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,907 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,523 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The california gully - eaglehawk sa2 has added approximately 958 people and shown a 7.40% increase from the 12,949 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is estimated at 422 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (49.8%), Overseas migration (30.5%), Interstate migration (19.7%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 49.8% of overall population gains.
California Gully - Eaglehawk's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, California Gully - Eaglehawk is 5 years younger than the Regional Vic. 2021 Census average (43 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional Vic.. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (16.4% vs 11.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.0% of the population in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.3% of the population in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 83% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,083 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $58,244 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,223 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $660 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,528 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 32.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is approximately $56,586. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,083.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is approximately $62,088. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $58,244.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is approximately $56,586 compared to $57,266 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,083 and $53,720 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is approximately $62,088 compared to $70,544 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,244 and $66,176 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2's households (~30.3% / 1,569 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.3% of households. In comparison, Regional Vic.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is $1,223/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is $1,528/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is $660/wk.
The California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2's median income among taxpayers is $53,083 and the average income stands at $58,244, which compares to figures for Regional Vic.'s of $53,720 and $66,176 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,586 (median) and $62,088 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is $4,453 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The california gully - eaglehawk sa2's disposable income is $4,453 compared to $5,209 for Regional Vic., based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals California Gully - Eaglehawk recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 58.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,083 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,908 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,477 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 has approximately 6,083 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.1%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 stands at 6.1%, which is 2.3 percentage points above Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.7% of employment), manufacturing (11.5%), and construction (10.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is 58.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Vic. average of 61.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Vic..
The california gully - eaglehawk sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 20.7% of the local workforce compared to 16.8% across Regional Vic.. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The california gully - eaglehawk sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 5.3% growth, ranking 11th out of 37 regions nationally.
California Gully - Eaglehawk faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
14.7% of people aged 15 and over in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.7% in Regional Vic..
45.6% of people aged 15 and over in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.4% in Regional Vic..
The california gully - eaglehawk sa2 ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 are: Certificate (30.7%), Bachelor Degree (10.0%), Advanced Diploma (9.0%).
28.0% of the population in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 7.6% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is 937, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,446 students.
The california gully - eaglehawk sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
California Gully - Eaglehawk features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with an average household size in line with Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.5% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,178 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,561 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 had 5,178 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.4% to an estimated 5,561 households today.
The average household size in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional Vic. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.9%), group households (3.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,366 family households, couples with children account for 23.1% of all households, couples without children at home 24.5%, and single parent families 15.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Vic., the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional Vic. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 36.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 41.4% have never married. This compares to 46.3% married and 34.0% never married across Regional Vic..
Single-person households represent 31.9% of all households in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, similar to the average for Regional Vic. of 29.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.1% of households, slightly above the Regional Vic. average of 2.9%.
California Gully - Eaglehawk is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
California Gully - Eaglehawk was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 90.3% of its population being citizens, 90.5% born in Australia, and 92.5% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in California Gully - Eaglehawk, at 42.9% of people, although more residents (53.7%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 1.8% of the population, compared to 1.0% across Regional Vic..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in California Gully - Eaglehawk are English, comprising 32.2% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 8.3% of California Gully - Eaglehawk (vs 8.8% across Regional Vic.), Australian Aboriginal at 2.7% (vs 1.4%) and German at 3.3% (vs 3.5%).
9.5% of the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.2% across Regional Vic..
7.5% of the population in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.6% in Regional Vic..
2.7% of the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Regional Vic..
90.3% of the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 88.6% in Regional Vic..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
California Gully - Eaglehawk is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 18th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.5% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $280 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, 32.8% of homes are owned outright, 36.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 30.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.9% of dwellings in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 are houses.
In the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 stands at 32.8%, compared to 40.9% in Regional Vic..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is $1,300, compared to $1,430 in Regional Vic..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is $846, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.8% in Regional Vic.), while renters spend 22.9% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Regional Vic.).
The dwelling mix in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 consists of 94.9% detached houses, 4.7% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in California Gully - Eaglehawk consumes approximately 16.0% of median household income ($5,296 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in California Gully - Eaglehawk show attached dwellings contributing 8% of approvals compared to 5% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 92% of applications versus 95% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in California Gully - Eaglehawk is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 58.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 65.9% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 50.8% in Regional Vic..
In the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, 8.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.9% of people in Regional Vic. require similar assistance.
10.2% of people in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.7% of the population across Regional Vic. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 population, while in Regional Vic., 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.1% of people in the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Vic.,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2, 47.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Vic. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 50.8%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 58th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 79 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,970 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 174 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 79 public transport stops within the California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2.
The California Gully - Eaglehawk SA2 has 2,970 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 424 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 394 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 680 m away and the nearest school 1.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 79 stops nearby, 2,970 weekly trips, access rating 58 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 81st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 680 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places California Gully - Eaglehawk among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
California Gully - Eaglehawk ranks in the 40th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in California Gully - Eaglehawk is $444 a week, +6.2% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
California Gully - Eaglehawk lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
California Gully - Eaglehawk's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 83% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals California Gully - Eaglehawk recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
California Gully - Eaglehawk faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
California Gully - Eaglehawk features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with an average household size in line with Regional Vic.
California Gully - Eaglehawk is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
California Gully - Eaglehawk is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Vic.
Health performance in California Gully - Eaglehawk is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
California Gully - Eaglehawk has an estimated 13,907 residents, up 7.4% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in California Gully - Eaglehawk.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for California Gully - Eaglehawk.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (202011019). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for California Gully - Eaglehawk from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares California Gully - Eaglehawk with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
