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Hastings, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Hastings is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 9,449. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
9,449 Population 2/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$21,598 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$21,598 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,449
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,598
Per Capita$21,598
Unemployment4.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership67.8%
Housing Units3,780

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population9,449
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-38.3000°, 145.1833°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,598
Median Age41.0 years

About Hastings

Hastings is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 9,449. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Hastings has a population of 9,449 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,449
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hastings vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hastings is $21,598, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,598 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $415, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 898 business establishments.

Income: Hastings vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,598
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,598
Avg Weekly Wage$415

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)898

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hastings is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 67.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,780 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.8%
Owner-Occupied67.8%
Renter-Occupied32.2%
Housing Units3,780

Property Tax

Climate in Hastings

Hastings has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 720 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.3°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.7° 36.2
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24.9° 40.8
Mar 18°C / 64°F 12.7° / 23.4° 41.9
Apr 15.1°C / 59°F 10.1° / 20.1° 60.0
May 12.6°C / 55°F 8.4° / 16.8° 72.8
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 6.6° / 14.3° 70.4
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.3° / 13.7° 74.5
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 6.7° / 14.6° 80.1
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.7° 66.9
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 8.9° / 18.6° 62.9
Nov 16°C / 61°F 10.8° / 21.3° 55.4
Dec 17.4°C / 63°F 12.1° / 22.7° 58.0
Hastings enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-38.3000°N, 145.1833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 89 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 91 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 126 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 86 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 59 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 137 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 59 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 100 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 72 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 57 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 76 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 140 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 121 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 90 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 56 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 50 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 130 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 78 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 60 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
February 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in Coldest
July 53°F (11°C) 2.9 in
August 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.3 in Wettest
November 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in

Hastings has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 50°F in June to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Hastings

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hastings Primary School
St Mary's Primary School
Wallaroo Primary School
Western Port Secondary College
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Radio Stations near Hastings

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
The Buzzz MP3 192 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 MP3 32 kbps
SYN FM alternative, college radio AAC+ 128 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
UltraCool Radio MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud AAC+ 64 kbps
South Coast FM pop music, pop rock AAC 128 kbps
IMC Country Radio MP3 192 kbps
TheLight Christmas AAC+ 64 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hastings

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballam Park Homestead
Chicory Kiln
Dromana and District Historical Society Museum
Fisherman's Cottage
Hastings Museum
National Vietnam Veterans Museum
Old Post Office Museum
Victorian Maritime Centre

Libraries in Hastings

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chelsea Library0.0
Cranbourne Library0.0
Frankston Library0.0
Hastings Library0.0
Kingston Libraries Patterson Lakes0.0
Mornington Peninsula Library0.0
Phillip Island Library0.0
St Joachim's School Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hastings

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bittern Sunday market
Farmers' Market Old Cheese Factory
Seaford Farmer's Market

Restaurants in Hastings

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Geonbae Korean BBQ Buffet
Kings Creek Hotel
Pika Sushi Hastings

Cafes in Hastings

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Nora
Pelican Society
Steaming Mugs

Train Stations in Hastings

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hastings

Gas Stations in Hastings

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Astron
Caltex
Shell
United

Breweries in Hastings

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Mornington Peninsula Brewery
Red Hill Brewery
TWØBAYS Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Hastings

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Airports Near Hastings

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hastings

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Hastings

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Mornington Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hastings

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hastings Uniting Church
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hastings

What is the population of Hastings?

Hastings has a population of 9,449 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Hastings expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,598, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hastings?

Hastings enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in Hastings?

Hastings has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $415. There are 898 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hastings?

The median home value in Hastings is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 67.8%.

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