High CampVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3764 · Mitchell
Daily life in High Camp is characterized by a rural and community-oriented lifestyle. With 22.0% of the population working from home, the suburb offers a quiet environment suitable for remote work. Commuting is primarily done by car, with 54.2% of residents driving to work. The community has a strong presence of managerial and clerical occupations, reflecting a professional workforce.
The read
What living here is actually like
High Camp is a small rural community with a total population of 121 people. The median age is 46, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb is predominantly composed of family households, with 88.2% of households being family-based. Couples with children make up 46.7% of the population, while couples without children account for 43.3%. The area has a strong sense of ownership, with 59.5% of homes owned outright and 54.1% 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
High Camp · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 75 |
| Retirees | 70 |
| Professionals | 65 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households (88.2%)
- Majority of homes are separate houses (100%)
- Above average income levels support family living
- Quiet rural environment suitable for raising children
Against the state
How High Camp 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 | 22% |
| Drove a car | 54.2% |
| Walked only | 6.8% |
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 - $2,083 weekly (vs VIC $1,759)
- High home ownership - 59.5% owned outright
- Predominantly English-speaking - 87.7% speak only English at home
- High percentage of family households - 88.2%
- Significant work-from-home population - 22.0%
Things to be aware of
- Limited public transport options
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Low diversity with 77.9% born in Australia
- Limited educational attainment with 11.9% holding a bachelor's degree
- Small population size may limit social and recreational opportunities
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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.