CaldermeadeVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3984 · Cardinia
Daily life in Caldermeade is likely to be quiet and community-focused, with a significant portion of the population working in agriculture-related industries. The suburb has a high rate of car usage for commuting, with 60.8% of residents driving to work. A notable 19.6% of the population works from home, which is slightly below the Victorian average of 25.7%.
The read
What living here is actually like
Caldermeade is a small rural community with a population of 182 people. The median age is 44, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a more mature population. The suburb has a higher percentage of males (57.7%) compared to females (42.3%). Families are a significant part of the community, with 52.1% of households being couples with children, and 35.4% being couples without children. Single-person households make up 21.4% of the suburb, which is relatively low.
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
Caldermeade · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 75 |
| Retirees | 70 |
| Professionals | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 78.6%
- Above average median household income supports family living
- Ample space with average of 3.6 bedrooms per house
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing
Against the state
How Caldermeade 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 | 19.6% |
| Drove a car | 60.8% |
| Walked only | 4.1% |
| Car passenger | 5.2% |
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 labour force participation at 69.3%
- Above average median household income of $2,111 per week
- 100% of housing is separate houses
- High percentage of English spoken at home at 91.7%
- Significant number of Technicians and Trades Workers at 22.7%
Things to be aware of
- Limited public transport options
- Lower educational attainment with 11.1% holding a bachelor's degree
- Higher male population may affect community dynamics
- Potential isolation due to rural setting
- Limited diversity with 80.7% born in Australia
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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.