ForbesVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3764 · Mitchell
Daily life in Forbes is characterized by a strong sense of community, with many residents working locally or from home. The work-from-home rate is 26.3%, slightly higher than the Victorian average of 25.7%. Commuting by car is the primary mode of transport for 53.9% of the population, reflecting the rural setting of the suburb. The community is predominantly English-speaking, with 91.8% of residents speaking only English at home.
The read
What living here is actually like
Forbes, VIC is a small rural community with a total population of 160 people. The median age is 49, which is significantly higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 53.1% male and 46.9% female residents. The majority of families in Forbes are couples with children, making up 60% of the family structure, while couples without children account for 32.5%. Single-person households are less common, comprising 28.8% 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
Forbes · 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
- 60% of families are couples with children
- Average household size of 2.7 people
- High proportion of family households at 71.2%
- Above average median family weekly income of $2062
Against the state
How Forbes 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 | 26.3% |
| Drove a car | 53.9% |
| Walked only | 5.3% |
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 rate of home ownership - 36.8% own outright, 36.8% with a mortgage
- Above average median personal weekly income of $782
- 100% of housing is separate houses
- Significant proportion of the population works in managerial roles (23.7%)
- Low rental market presence with only 12.3% rented properties
Things to be aware of
- Limited diversity with 82.9% born in Australia
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- No public transport data available, reliance on cars
- Lower educational attainment with only 11% holding a bachelor's degree
- Potential health concerns with 12.7% of residents having asthma
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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.
Cadastral and boundary data contains information © State of Victoria (Vicmap), licensed under CC BY 4.0.
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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.