CarlsruheVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3442 · Macedon Ranges
Daily life in Carlsruhe is characterized by a strong sense of community and rural living. With 32.1% of the workforce working from home, residents enjoy a flexible work-life balance. The majority of residents commute by car, with only 1.6% using public transport, reflecting the rural setting. The suburb's high percentage of separate houses (100%) and low rental rate (3.8%) suggest a stable, owner-occupied community.
The read
What living here is actually like
Carlsruhe is a small rural community with a total population of 387 people. The median age is 47, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a more mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 46.8% males and 53.2% females. Families are a significant part of the community, with 52.7% of households being couples with children and 35.7% being couples without children. The area is predominantly English-speaking, with 89.3% of residents speaking only English at home.
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
Carlsruhe · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 85 |
| Retirees | 80 |
| Professionals | 70 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 86.6%
- Low unemployment rate of 1.6%
- Above average household income of $2,125 weekly
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing
Against the state
How Carlsruhe 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 | 32.1% |
| Drove a car | 46.2% |
| Public transport | 1.6% |
| Car passenger | 2.7% |
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
- Low unemployment rate of 1.6% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- High median household income of $2,125 weekly (vs VIC $1,759)
- 100% of housing is separate houses (vs VIC 73.4%)
- 32.1% work from home (vs VIC 25.7%)
- High percentage of couples with children at 52.7%
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age of 47 may not appeal to younger buyers
- Limited public transport usage at 1.6%
- Lower percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher at 23.0% (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited cultural diversity with 78.5% born in Australia
- Potential health concerns with 42.4% reporting health conditions
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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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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.