Garfield NorthVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3814 · Cardinia
Residents of Garfield North experience a quiet, rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community. The majority of the workforce commutes by car, with 55.4% driving to work, while a significant portion, 16.5%, work from home. This reflects a community that values both privacy and connectivity. The suburb's employment is diverse, with a significant number of residents working as managers or in clerical roles.
The read
What living here is actually like
Garfield North is a small rural community with a total population of 239 people. The median age is 50, which is significantly higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 50.2% males and 49.8% females. Family households are prevalent, comprising 83.6% of all households, with a notable 57.1% of couples living without children, suggesting a community with many empty nesters or retirees. The area is characterized by separate houses, with 100% of the dwellings being standalone homes.
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
Garfield North · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 80 |
| Families | 70 |
| Professionals | 65 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- High median age of 50, indicating a retiree-friendly community.
- 57.1% of households are couples without children.
- Quiet, rural setting suitable for retirement.
- High percentage of homes owned outright at 56%.
Against the state
How Garfield North 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 | 16.5% |
| Drove a car | 55.4% |
| Public transport | 4.1% |
| Walked only | 7.4% |
| Car passenger | 4.1% |
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 personal weekly income of $837, compared to the Victorian average.
- 100% of homes are separate houses, indicating a spacious living environment.
- Low rental market presence with only 5.3% of properties rented.
- Significant proportion of the population, 84.7%, speaks only English at home.
- High percentage of owner-occupied homes, with 56% owned outright.
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics.
- Limited public transport usage at 4.1%, which may affect non-drivers.
- Lower educational attainment with 16.5% holding a bachelor's degree, compared to 29.2% in Victoria.
- Limited diversity with 77.5% of residents born in Australia.
- Potential health concerns with 47.5% 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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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.