BarraboolVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3221 · Surf Coast
Daily life in Barrabool is characterized by a strong sense of community and rural living. A significant portion of the population, 23.6%, works from home, which is slightly below the Victorian average of 25.7%. Commuting is primarily done by car, with 59.8% of residents driving to work. The suburb offers a peaceful lifestyle with a focus on family and community activities.
The read
What living here is actually like
Barrabool is a small rural community with a population of 242 people. The median age is 44, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 48.3% males and 51.7% females. Families are predominant, with 84.5% of households being family households, and the average household size is 2.8 people. The community is predominantly Australian-born, with 83.4% of residents born in Australia.
Buyer fit
Who this suburb suits
One score per buyer type, out of 100, built from the demographic, housing and commute profile. Strongest first.
Buyer-fit score
Barrabool · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 85 |
| Retirees | 80 |
| Professionals | 75 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 84.5%
- Average household size of 2.8 supports family living
- Majority of housing is separate houses at 100%
- Good education levels with 33.8% holding bachelor degrees
Against the state
How Barrabool differs from Victoria
Every bar is this suburb. The vertical tick is the Victorian figure — the gap between them is the story.
Housing & movement
What’s built here, and how people leave in the morning
Dwelling mix
Share of occupied private dwellings
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| Dwelling type | Share |
|---|---|
| Separate houses | 100% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 23.6% |
| Drove a car | 59.8% |
| Walked only | 3.9% |
Costs 2021 Census
Census figures, collected in 2021. Rents and repayments have moved since — for what property is selling for now, see .
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- High income levels with a median household weekly income of $2562 (vs VIC $1759)
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing with 51.9% owned outright
- Highly educated population - 33.8% hold bachelor degrees (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Low rental market presence with only 9.9% of properties rented (vs VIC 28.5%)
- Strong presence of managers in the workforce, accounting for 30.7% of occupations
Things to be aware of
- Limited rental opportunities with only 9.9% of properties rented
- Higher median age of 44 may not appeal to younger demographics
- Limited public transport options available for commuting
- High percentage of high-income households may indicate higher living costs
- Small population size may limit local amenities and services
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Where the richer profile lands
Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Development activity
Permits approved, projects underway, zoning changes.
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Demographic figures from the Census of Population and Housing © Australian Bureau of Statistics, used under Creative Commons Attribution.
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Informational only — not financial, legal or planning advice. Verify zoning, overlays and catchments with the relevant council before relying on them. Data vintage: 2021 Census.