ModellaVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3816 · Baw Baw
Daily life in Modella is likely to be quiet and community-oriented, with a significant portion of the population working from home (30.9%), which is above the Victorian average of 25.7%. The majority of residents commute by car, with 49.5% driving to work. The suburb has a strong agricultural presence, with dairy cattle farming being the top industry, employing 18.6% of the workforce. This rural setting provides a peaceful lifestyle with a close-knit community feel.
The read
What living here is actually like
Modella is a small rural community with a total population of 169 people. The median age is 44, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 49.7% male and 50.3% female residents. Family structures are prominent, with 84.2% of households being family households, and the average household size is 2.7 people. The area is characterized by a high percentage of couple families with children at 45.5%, and a significant portion of couples without children at 38.6%.
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
Modella · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 75 |
| Retirees | 70 |
| Professionals | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households at 84.2%
- Significant portion of couple families with children at 45.5%
- Above average household income supports family living
- Rural setting may appeal to families seeking space
Against the state
How Modella 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 | 30.9% |
| Drove a car | 49.5% |
| Car passenger | 5.2% |
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 median household income at $2,218 per week (vs VIC $1,759)
- High percentage of separate houses at 100% (vs VIC 73.4%)
- Low unemployment rate at 3.0% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- Significant portion of the workforce in management roles at 33.0%
- High percentage of residents working from home at 30.9% (vs VIC 25.7%)
Things to be aware of
- Lower educational attainment with only 10.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited cultural diversity with 85.2% born in Australia (vs VIC 65.0%)
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Limited public transport options
- Potential isolation due to rural setting
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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.