Dixons CreekVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3775 · Yarra Ranges
Residents of Dixons Creek enjoy a rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community. Many work from home, with 25% of the labor force doing so, which is slightly below the Victorian average of 25.7%. The area has a high percentage of full-time workers at 53.8%, and the unemployment rate is notably low at 1.6%. The primary mode of transport is by car, with 46.6% of residents driving to work.
The read
What living here is actually like
Dixons Creek is a small rural community with a total population of 343 people. The median age is 54, significantly higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb is characterized by a high percentage of couples without children, accounting for 51% of families. Housing is predominantly separate houses, with 100% of dwellings being standalone homes. The area has a strong owner-occupier presence, with 53.4% of homes owned outright and 33.1% owned with a mortgage.
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
Dixons Creek · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 75 |
| Families | 65 |
| Professionals | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- High median age of 54 aligns with retiree demographics
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing
- Rural setting offers a quiet lifestyle
- Low unemployment rate indicates economic stability
Against the state
How Dixons Creek 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% |
| Drove a car | 46.6% |
| Walked only | 7.4% |
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 at 1.6% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- High owner-occupier rate with 53.4% owning outright
- Above average median household income of $2016 weekly (vs VIC $1759)
- Significant work-from-home population at 25.0%
- 100% of housing is separate houses
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age of 54 may not suit younger demographics
- Limited public transport options
- Lower percentage of residents with bachelor degrees at 23.5% (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited rental opportunities with only 11.0% rented
- Potential lack of diversity with 75.6% 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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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.