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Batesford, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Batesford is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 941. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
941 Population
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population941
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population941
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-38.0880°, 144.2785°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Batesford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Batesford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Batesford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Batesford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Batesford has a population of 941. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

941
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Batesford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Batesford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Batesford is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Batesford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Batesford, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Batesford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Batesford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.9 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-38.0880°N, 144.2785°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
August 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Wettest
November 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in

Batesford has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 50°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.4").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Batesford

What is the population of Batesford?

Batesford has a population of 941 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Batesford expensive to live in?

Batesford is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Batesford?

Batesford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Batesford?

Batesford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Batesford?

35.0% of adults in Batesford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Batesford?

The obesity rate in Batesford is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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