Jam JerrupVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3984 · Bass Coast
Daily life in Jam Jerrup is likely to be quiet and relaxed, with a strong sense of community among the small population. The majority of residents drive to work, with 57.7% commuting by car. A notable 15.4% of the workforce works from home, which is lower than the Victorian average of 25.7%. The suburb's employment is diverse, with a significant portion of residents working as managers and professionals.
The read
What living here is actually like
Jam Jerrup is a small rural coastal community with a population of 109 people. The median age is 48, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb is characterized by a high percentage of couples without children, making up 74.1% of families. Housing in Jam Jerrup is predominantly owner-occupied, with 35.7% owned outright and 50.0% owned with a mortgage. The area is primarily made up of separate houses, accounting for 97.6% of all dwellings.
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
Jam Jerrup · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 75 |
| Families | 65 |
| Professionals | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of couples without children at 74.1%
- Median age of 48 indicates mature community
- Quiet rural setting ideal for retirement
- High owner-occupancy rate suggests stable community
Against the state
How Jam Jerrup 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 | 97.6% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 15.4% |
| Drove a car | 57.7% |
| Car passenger | 11.5% |
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 owner-occupancy rate with 85.7% of homes owned outright or with a mortgage
- Above average median household income at $1,875 per week (vs VIC $1,759)
- Predominantly English-speaking community with 89.6% speaking only English at home
- Low rental market presence with only 11.9% of properties rented
- High percentage of separate houses at 97.6% (vs VIC 73.4%)
Things to be aware of
- Higher unemployment rate at 10.9% compared to the Victorian average of 5.0%
- Limited public transport options may require reliance on cars
- Lower percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher at 12.8% (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Relatively high percentage of low-income households at 21.2%
- Limited diversity with 87.7% of residents born in Australia (vs VIC 65.0%)
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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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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.