GnarwarreVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3221 · Surf Coast
Daily life in Gnarwarre is likely to be peaceful and community-oriented, with a significant portion of the population working from home (19.7%), although this is below the Victorian average of 25.7%. The majority of residents commute by car, with 60.5% driving to work. The community has a strong agricultural presence, with horse and sheep farming among the top industries.
The read
What living here is actually like
Gnarwarre is a small rural community with a total population of 296 people. The median age is 43, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb is characterized by a high percentage of family households at 87.6%, with 43% being couples with children. The area has a strong sense of ownership, with 46.2% of homes owned outright and 35.5% owned with a mortgage. The median household weekly income is $2,187, which is above the Victorian average of $1,759, suggesting a relatively affluent community.
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
Gnarwarre · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 80 |
| Retirees | 75 |
| Professionals | 65 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 87.6%
- Above average median household income of $2,187
- Low unemployment rate at 2.7%
- Ample space with average of 3.8 bedrooms per house
Against the state
How Gnarwarre 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 | 19.7% |
| Drove a car | 60.5% |
| Walked only | 2% |
| Car passenger | 2.7% |
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 2.7% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- High percentage of separate houses at 100% (vs VIC 73.4%)
- Above average median household income of $2,187 (vs VIC $1,759)
- Majority of population speaks only English at home, 91.6%
- High percentage of family households at 87.6%
Things to be aware of
- Limited public transport options
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Lower percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher at 22.4% (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited diversity with 82.8% born in Australia (vs VIC 65%)
- Relatively high median monthly mortgage at $2,500
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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.