Cora LynnVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3814 · Cardinia
Daily life in Cora Lynn is characterized by a rural and community-oriented lifestyle. With 50% of residents driving to work and 25.5% working from home, commuting is relatively low-key. The community has a strong sense of ownership, with 45.2% of homes owned outright and 39.7% owned with a mortgage. The area is predominantly English-speaking, with 84.5% of residents using English at home.
The read
What living here is actually like
Cora Lynn is a small rural community with a total population of 215 people. The median age is 43, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 47.9% male and 52.1% female residents. Families are predominant, with 72% of households being family households and 45% of families having children. The area has a strong agricultural presence, with top industries including Vegetable Growing and Beef Cattle Farming.
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
Cora Lynn · 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 (72%)
- 45% of families have children
- Average household size of 2.8 people
- Rural setting may appeal to families seeking space
Against the state
How Cora Lynn 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 | 25.5% |
| Drove a car | 50% |
| Walked only | 4.7% |
| Car passenger | 3.8% |
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 home ownership - 84.9% owned (outright or with mortgage)
- Significant agricultural employment - 13.2% in Vegetable Growing
- Low rental market presence - only 13.7% rented
- Above average work-from-home rate - 25.5% (vs VIC 25.7%)
- Predominantly Australian-born population - 82.3%
Things to be aware of
- Lower educational attainment - 7.6% with a bachelor's degree (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited public transport data available
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Limited cultural diversity - 82.3% born in Australia
- Potential health concerns with 43.6% 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.