DewhurstVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3808 · Cardinia
Daily life in Dewhurst is characterized by a strong sense of community and a rural lifestyle. Many residents work from home, with 38.5% of the workforce doing so, which is significantly higher than the Victorian average of 25.7%. The majority of residents commute by car, with 42.3% driving to work. The suburb has a high percentage of owner-occupied homes, with 54.2% owned outright and 37.5% owned with a mortgage.
The read
What living here is actually like
Dewhurst is a small rural community with a total population of 151 people. The median age is 50, which is notably higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a more mature population. The suburb has a higher percentage of females (52.3%) compared to males (47.7%). The community is predominantly composed of family households, with 87.5% of households being family-based and an average of 2.7 people per household. A significant portion of the population, 53.2%, are couples without children, while 42.6% are couples with children.
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
Dewhurst · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 80 |
| Families | 75 |
| Professionals | 70 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- High median age of 50, indicating a mature community
- High percentage of owner-occupied homes
- Rural setting may appeal to retirees seeking tranquility
- High percentage of couples without children at 53.2%
Against the state
How Dewhurst 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 | 93.8% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 38.5% |
| Drove a car | 42.3% |
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
- High median household income of $2349 per week, above the Victorian average of $1759
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing with 93.8% separate houses
- Significant work-from-home culture with 38.5% of residents working from home
- Low rental market presence with only 8.3% of properties rented
- High percentage of professionals at 20.5% of the workforce
Things to be aware of
- Limited public transport options may affect commuting
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Limited diversity with 76.2% born in Australia
- Higher median monthly mortgage of $2150
- Low rental availability with only 8.3% of properties rented
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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.