Gisborne SouthVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3437 · Macedon Ranges
Daily life in Gisborne South is characterized by a strong sense of community and rural charm. With 51.2% of residents driving to work, the area is car-dependent, though a significant 27.5% work from home, which is slightly above the Victorian average. The community has a high proportion of professionals and managers, suggesting a well-educated and skilled workforce.
Sales · 12 months to August 2026
What property sold for in Gisborne South
We have no recorded sales in Gisborne South over the last twelve months. We do not estimate prices from a handful of sales. Earlier years are below.
Since 2025
How prices have moved
- Houses
Dashed lines and hollow points are part years — incomplete, so a dip may only mean fewer sales have happened yet. A break in a line is a year with no published figure, not a fall to zero.
| Year | Houses |
|---|---|
| 2025 · part year | $1.67m |
The read
What living here is actually like
Gisborne South is a small rural community with a total population of 854 people. The median age is 46, which is notably higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb is predominantly composed of family households, making up 88.9% of all households. The area has a high median household weekly income of $2,799, significantly above the Victorian average of $1,759, reflecting a prosperous community. Housing is primarily owner-occupied, with 48.0% owned outright and 44.8% 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
Gisborne South · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 85 |
| Retirees | 80 |
| Professionals | 75 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 88.9%
- Predominantly owner-occupied, stable housing market
- High median household income supports family living
- Low crime rates typical of rural areas
Against the state
How Gisborne South 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 | 27.5% |
| Drove a car | 51.2% |
| Public transport | 2.1% |
| Walked only | 1.9% |
| Car passenger | 2.5% |
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 income levels - median household weekly income is $2,799 (vs VIC $1,759)
- Low unemployment rate at 3.3% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- Predominantly owner-occupied housing - 92.8% owned
- Significant work-from-home population - 27.5% (vs VIC 25.7%)
- High percentage of separate houses - 100% (vs VIC 73.4%)
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Limited public transport usage at 2.1%
- Low rental market presence at 4.7%
- Lower percentage of bachelor degree holders at 22.0% (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited diversity with 78.7% 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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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.