Heathcote JunctionVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3758 · Mitchell
Daily life in Heathcote Junction is characterized by a strong sense of community and family orientation. Most residents commute by car, with 60% driving to work, while only 2.3% use public transport. A notable 17.2% of the population work from home, which is lower than the Victorian average of 25.7%. The suburb's employment is diverse, with a significant portion working as Technicians and Trades Workers.
Sales · 12 months to August 2026
What property sold for in Heathcote Junction
Houses · Heathcote Junction is a quiet market for houses: 5 sales in the 12 months to August 2026, with a median around $868,000.
Houses
$868k
median of 5 sales
Too few sales to be reliable — treat as a rough guide
Half sold between $850k and $870k.
Last sold two to four months ago
5 sales on record · data to 30 August 2026
The read
What living here is actually like
Heathcote Junction is a small rural community with a total population of 806 people. The median age is 41, slightly higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb is predominantly male, with 53.1% of the population being male. Families are the dominant household type, with 85.2% being family households and an average of 2.9 people per household. The area has a high percentage of separate houses at 100%, compared to the Victorian average of 73.4%.
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
Heathcote Junction · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 85 |
| Retirees | 75 |
| Professionals | 70 |
| First home buyers | 60 |
| Investors | 55 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households - 85.2%
- Majority are couples with children - 55.5%
- Above average household income - $2,101 weekly
- Predominantly separate houses - 100%
Against the state
How Heathcote Junction 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 | 17.2% |
| Drove a car | 60% |
| Public transport | 2.3% |
| Car passenger | 2.8% |
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
- Above average household income - $2,101 weekly (vs VIC $1,759)
- High home ownership - 95.5% owned (outright or with mortgage)
- Low unemployment rate - 3.5% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- Predominantly English-speaking - 90.0% speak only English at home
- High percentage of separate houses - 100% (vs VIC 73.4%)
Things to be aware of
- Lower percentage of higher education - 16.6% hold bachelor degrees (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited public transport usage - 2.3% (vs VIC average)
- Higher median age - 41 years (vs VIC 38 years)
- Limited rental properties - 4.2% rented (vs VIC 28.5%)
Coming soon to this page
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.