CastellaVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3777 · Murrindindi
Daily life in Castella is characterized by a strong sense of community and rural living. With 54.2% of residents driving to work, commuting is primarily car-based, reflecting the rural setting. A notable 23.2% of the population works from home, which is slightly below the Victorian average. The suburb is dominated by separate houses, with 100% of the housing stock being standalone homes, and a high percentage of home ownership.
The read
What living here is actually like
Castella is a small rural community with a total population of 263 people. The median age in Castella is 44, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a more mature population. The suburb has a strong family presence, with 48.6% of households being couples with children and 18.6% being single-parent households. The area is predominantly Australian-born, with 82.1% of residents born in Australia, and English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of the population.
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
Castella · 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 78.7%
- Above average median household income of $1,978 per week
- Predominantly separate houses, ideal for families
- Low unemployment rate of 2.7%
Against the state
How Castella 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 | 23.2% |
| Drove a car | 54.2% |
| Car passenger | 6.3% |
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 2.7% compared to the Victorian average of 5.0%
- High median household income of $1,978 per week, above the Victorian average of $1,759
- 100% of housing is separate houses, compared to 73.4% in Victoria
- 23.2% of residents work from home, close to the Victorian average of 25.7%
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing with 94.5% owned outright or with a mortgage
Things to be aware of
- Limited public transport options may affect commuting
- Lower percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher at 17.5% compared to the Victorian average of 29.2%
- Higher median age of 44 may not appeal to younger buyers
- Limited rental market with only 4.4% of properties rented
- Potential isolation due to rural location
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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.