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Stratford, Australia
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Stratford is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,509. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Stratford
Stratford is a town on the Avon River in Victoria, Australia, 232 kilometres (144 mi) east of Melbourne on the Princes Highway in Shire of Wellington. At the 2021 census, Stratford had a population of 2,980. The town services the local regional community and travellers on the Princes Highway. Stratford's principal industries are dairying, sheep, cattle and horse breeding and vegetable crops. The town has numerous coffee shops and cafes, a cellar door for a local winery, Design Gallery, model railway shop, a pub, parks and playgrounds for car travelers to break their journey.
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| Population | 2,509 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.9634°, 147.0826° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,302 |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
About Stratford
Stratford is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,509. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Stratford vs Australia Average
Income: Stratford vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,302 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,302 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $467 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 238 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,400 |
| 42% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $817 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.9% |
| Housing Units | 1,004 |
Property Tax
Climate in Stratford
Stratford has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 864 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.9634°N, 147.0826°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in |
Stratford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 49°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (1.6").
Schools in Stratford
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airly Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Patrick's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Stratford Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Stratford
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Stratford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Gunpowder Magazine | ||||
| Old train signals | ||||
| Sale Historical Museum |
Libraries in Stratford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Stratford
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Stratford
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Stratford
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Stratford
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Stratford
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Stratford
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Stratford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Stratford
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bairnsdale Airport | BSJ | Medium Airport |
| Latrobe Valley Airport | TGN | Medium Airport |
| RAAF Base East Sale | — | Medium Airport |
| West Sale Airport | SXE | Medium Airport |
| Clydebank private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gleneagles Park Station | — | Small Airport |
| JDandBoo | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Glen Maggie Airfield (Coongulla) | — | Small Airport |
| Newry Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Snowy Range Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stratford | — | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | WHL | Small Airport |
| Yarram Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yea Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Stratford
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Stratford Post Office |
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Stratford?
Stratford has a population of 2,509 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.
Is Stratford expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,302, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Stratford?
Stratford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.
How is the job market in Stratford?
Stratford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $467. There are 238 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Stratford?
The median home value in Stratford is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 87.1%.