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Strathfieldsaye, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Strathfieldsaye is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 5,283. Elevation: 682 ft (208 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,283 Population 21/sq mi density
682 ft Elevation 208 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$31,231 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$31,231 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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About Strathfieldsaye

Strathfieldsaye

Strathfieldsaye is a suburb in the City of Greater Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. It is located 9 kilometres (5.6 mi) south-east of the Bendigo CBD. In the 2021 census, Strathfieldsaye had a population of 6,850.

People

Population5,283
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density21/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,231
Per Capita$31,231
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership86.8%
Housing Units2,113

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Population5,283
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Coordinates-36.8067°, 144.3549°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (691 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,231
Median Age36.0 years

About Strathfieldsaye

Strathfieldsaye is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 5,283. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet (208 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Strathfieldsaye has a population of 5,283 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,283
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
255.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Strathfieldsaye vs Australia Average

The median household income in Strathfieldsaye is $31,231, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,231 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $601, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 502 business establishments.

Income: Strathfieldsaye vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,231
58% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,231
Avg Weekly Wage$601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)502

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Strathfieldsaye is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 86.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,113 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.8%
Owner-Occupied86.8%
Renter-Occupied13.2%
Housing Units2,113

Property Tax

Climate in Strathfieldsaye

Strathfieldsaye has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 508 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 14.3° / 30° 34.8
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.6° 31.4
Mar 19°C / 66°F 11.8° / 26.3° 29.2
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.1° / 21.5° 34.7
May 11°C / 52°F 5.3° / 16.7° 47.6
Jun 8.5°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.5° 50.3
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.7° / 12.6° 53.0
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3° / 14.2° 52.3
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17° 50.2
Oct 14.1°C / 57°F 7° / 21.2° 40.8
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.8° 45.5
Dec 19.7°C / 67°F 11.9° / 27.5° 37.7
Strathfieldsaye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area255.2 sq mi (660.8 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates-36.8067°N, 144.3549°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"
28% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 92 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 149 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 36 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 25 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 58 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 146 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 26 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 145 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 144 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 63 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 143 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 138 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 56 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 129 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (196 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 71°F (21°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Coldest
July 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
August 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in

Strathfieldsaye has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 48°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Strathfieldsaye

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Francis of the Fields Primary School
Strathfieldsaye Primary School
Eppalock Primary School
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Radio Stations near Strathfieldsaye

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Strathfieldsaye

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bendigo Joss House Temple
Bendigo RSL Museum
Bendigo Steam Engine Museum
Bendigo Tramways Depot and Workshop
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
Golden Dragon Museum

Libraries in Strathfieldsaye

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bendigo Library0.0
Bendigo TAFE Library0.0
Kangaroo Flat Library0.0

Gas Stations in Strathfieldsaye

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
BP Truckstop

Breweries in Strathfieldsaye

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brookes Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Strathfieldsaye

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Strathfieldsaye

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Avonmore AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat AirportSmall Airport
Bamawm AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Boort AirportSmall Airport
Bridgewater AirportSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Derby FieldSmall Airport
Dunolly AirportSmall Airport
Elmore AirportSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Kotta AirportSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportSmall Airport
Moama AirstripSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Pyramid Hill AirportSmall Airport
Raywood AirfieldSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Torrumbarry AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Woodvale AirportSmall Airport
Wright FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Strathfieldsaye

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post - Strathfieldsaye LPO

Treatment Centers in Strathfieldsaye

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bendigo Hospital Rehabilitation
Stewart Cowen Community Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Strathfieldsaye

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Josephs

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 Strathfieldsaye

What is the population of Strathfieldsaye?

Strathfieldsaye has a population of 5,283 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Strathfieldsaye expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,231, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Strathfieldsaye?

Strathfieldsaye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.

How is the job market in Strathfieldsaye?

Strathfieldsaye has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $601. There are 502 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Strathfieldsaye?

The median home value in Strathfieldsaye is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 86.8%.

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