Anglesea
A median age of 54 stands out immediately, sitting 14 years above the national figure, and it explains much of what Anglesea looks like on paper. With a median house price of $1,422,500 and 54% of homes owned outright, the suburb draws established, asset-rich residents rather than young families or renters. The vacancy rate of 55.5% is among the highest you will find anywhere, reflecting a large holiday home stock across the 96.76 km2 coastal area. SEIFA deciles sit at 8 or 9 across all four indexes, placing Anglesea in the top quarter nationally for socioeconomic advantage. Population grew 26.8% over the decade, modest by suburban standards but notable for a small coastal community of 3,208.
Population
3,208
Median Age
54.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,701/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
2
Median House
$1.4M
Apr-Jun 2024
The median house price reached $1,422,500 in the April-to-June 2024 quarter, down from a peak of $1,825,000 in early 2024, a 22.1% correction from peak. Over 14 years the price rose from $550,000, a compound annual growth rate of 7.0%, meaning buyers who purchased in 2013 have seen capital close to triple. The stock is overwhelmingly detached houses at 92.4%, with apartments at just 0.5% and semi-detached at 6.5%. Three-bedroom dwellings account for 51.6% and four-plus at 34.8%, so larger family homes dominate. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,167, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 29.4%, just below the 30% stress threshold. Outright owners at 54% well outnumber mortgage holders at 27.4%, consistent with buyers who have held through multiple cycles.
For Buyers
The median house price reached $1,422,500 in the April-to-June 2024 quarter, down from a peak of $1,825,000 in early 2024, a 22.1% correction from peak. Over 14 years the price rose from $550,000, a compound annual growth rate of 7.0%, meaning buyers who purchased in 2013 have seen capital close to triple. The stock is overwhelmingly detached houses at 92.4%, with apartments at just 0.5% and semi-detached at 6.5%. Three-bedroom dwellings account for 51.6% and four-plus at 34.8%, so larger family homes dominate. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,167, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 29.4%, just below the 30% stress threshold. Outright owners at 54% well outnumber mortgage holders at 27.4%, consistent with buyers who have held through multiple cycles.
For Investors
The renter share at 18.6% is low compared to metropolitan suburbs, and weekly rent of $405 against a $1,422,500 median implies a gross yield near 1.5%, thin for a coastal market. The dominant story is the 55.5% vacancy rate, which reflects seasonal holiday use rather than structural tenant demand. This means rental income is concentrated in peak periods, and annual returns depend heavily on short-stay platforms rather than standard leasing. Net overseas migration averages 39 residents a year while internal migration adds 7, providing a thin but positive demand base. Development is minimal at 2 applications in 12 months, both subdivisions, so supply risk is low. Over 14 years, house prices delivered a 7.0% CAGR, suggesting the long-run capital case holds even as the immediate rental yield is modest.
Development Activity
Total DAs
7
Last 12 Months
2
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-50.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Anglesea iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Anglesea Primary School
Prep-6 · 162 students
Demographics
The median age of 54 is 14 years above the national average, reflecting a retirement and sea-change demographic rather than young families. Overseas-born residents account for 10.6% of the population, 11 percentage points below the national figure, meaning the community is predominantly Australian-born. Ancestry is strongly Anglo-Celtic: English (1,388 residents), Irish (574) and Scottish (499) are the top three groups. University qualifications reach 46.1%, which is 16 percentage points above the national figure, and the occupational mix confirms this, with Professionals (440) and Managers (268) leading. Average household size is 2.2, which is 0.3 below national, consistent with couples-without-children households, who make up 43.4% of all families. Volunteering is exceptionally high at 30.8%, nearly double what many metropolitan suburbs record.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
92.4%
Houses
6.5%
Townhouse
0.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure is skewed heavily toward outright ownership: 54.0% own their home outright, 27.4% carry a mortgage and only 18.6% rent. This outright ownership rate is high compared to the state average and reflects the older, asset-rich resident base. Separate houses account for 92.4% of the stock, making Anglesea one of the most detached-house-dominant markets available. Three-bedroom homes make up 51.6% and four-plus bedroom 34.8%, with very few small dwellings. The price history from 2013 shows a rise from $550,000 to $1,422,500 over 14 years, a 158.6% total gain. The peak was $1,825,000 in January to March 2024, and the current price represents a 22.1% pullback from that peak. Mortgage-to-income sits at 29.4% and rent-to-income at 23.8%, both below stress thresholds.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wk
$405
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$852
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
55.5%
Unoccupied
1,557
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.4%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
43.4%
Couples, no children
2,260
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads local employment at 17.0% of workers (190 residents), followed by Education at 14.8% (166) and Professional and Technical services at 11.2% (125). Construction at 10.7% reflects ongoing coastal development activity. The full-time employment rate of 51.8% and participation rate of 49.6% are both lower than metropolitan norms because 1,097 residents are not in the labour force, consistent with the high retiree proportion. Unemployment is low at 3.4%, in line with or below state averages. Real income grew 33.9% over the decade, above many comparable coastal suburbs. SEIFA IRSD decile 9 and IRSAD decile 8 confirm low disadvantage relative to national benchmarks, placing Anglesea well above median on all four socioeconomic indexes.
Unemployment
1.8%
Labour Force
3,273
Unemployed
60
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
51.8%
Part-time
44.8%
Participation
49.6%
Employed
1,319
Occupations
Top Industries
University
46.1%
Postgraduate
12.9%
Born Overseas
10.6%
Dwellings
1,251
Transport to Work
Car dependence is high: 86.6% of residents drive to work, while only 0.5% use public transport. However, 8.2% walk or cycle, which is above average for non-metropolitan VIC and reflects the coastal lifestyle. The IRSAD decile 8 score places Anglesea in the top quarter nationally for socioeconomic advantage. The crime rate of 29.3 incidents per 1,000 residents is low relative to most VIC suburbs, with property and deception offences making up 74 of 94 total incidents. No schools are recorded inside the suburb boundary in this dataset, so families rely on neighbouring towns. The need-for-assistance rate sits at 4.7%, equivalent to 143 residents, modest given the median age of 54. The volunteering rate of 30.8% is well above state and national norms, signalling a strong community participation culture.
Drive
86.6%
Public Transport
0.5%
Walk / Cycle
8.2%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.36%/yr
(+86 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 26.8% over the decade, above the national average for established coastal towns, and the annual trend sits at 1.36%, adding roughly 86 residents per year. The medium forecast projects the SA2 population reaching 6,837 by 2031, up from 6,307 in 2025. Net overseas migration of 39 per year is the primary driver, with internal migration nearly balanced at net 7. Affordability improved from 46.7% in 2011 to 44.3% in 2021. The gentrification score of 22 signals early signs, with the senior share rising 9.2 points over the decade. Rent grew 56.0% over the period, outpacing real income growth of 33.9%.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+39
Net Internal / yr
+7
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +22% since 2011, Accelerating: 2% → 20%
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
94
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
29.3
Offence Categories
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Anglesea compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anglesea a good suburb to live in?
Anglesea ranks in the top quarter nationally with IRSAD decile 8 and IRSD decile 9 on the SEIFA indexes. The crime rate is low at 29.3 incidents per 1,000 residents and volunteering reaches 30.8%. The main trade-offs are limited public transport (0.5% of commuters), no schools inside the suburb boundary, and a $1,422,500 median house price.
What is the median house price in Anglesea?
The median house price is $1,422,500, recorded in the April-to-June 2024 quarter. That sits 22.1% below the peak of $1,825,000 reached in early 2024. Over 14 years since 2013, prices grew from $550,000, a compound annual growth rate of 7.0%. Weekly rent averages $405 and monthly mortgage repayments average $2,167.
What schools are in Anglesea?
No schools are recorded inside the Anglesea suburb boundary in this dataset. Families typically access schools in nearby Torquay or Lorne. The resident population is highly educated, with 46.1% holding university qualifications, which is 16 percentage points above the national figure.
Is Anglesea safe?
Anglesea recorded 94 total crimes in the reference period, giving a rate of 29.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. Property and deception offences account for 74 of those incidents, while crimes against the person total 11. The IRSD decile 9 score places the suburb among the least disadvantaged nationally, which correlates with lower crime exposure.
Is Anglesea good for property investment?
House prices delivered a 7.0% compound annual growth rate over 14 years from 2013 to 2024, rising 158.6% in total. Weekly rent of $405 against a $1,422,500 median gives a gross yield near 1.5%, which is low. The 55.5% vacancy rate reflects seasonal holiday use, so short-stay rental income is more relevant than standard tenancy returns. Development supply is minimal at 2 applications in 12 months.
How is Anglesea's population changing?
The population grew 26.8% over the decade and is rising at 1.36% annually, adding about 86 residents per year. The broader SA2 area reached 6,307 in 2025 and the medium forecast projects 6,837 by 2031. Net overseas migration of 39 per year drives most growth. The profile is aging, with the senior share up 9.2 points and working-age share down 3.6 points over the decade.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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