Maiden Gully
The standout feature of Maiden Gully is its combination of 5,407 residents, 98.8% separate houses and household income at the 84th percentile nationally. At 37, the median age is 3 years below the national figure, yet average household size is 3.1, or 0.6 higher than the national comparison. This helps explain the family-heavy shape: 56.3% of families are couples with children and 65.4% of homes have four or more bedrooms. Compared with central Bendigo and nearby Kangaroo Flat, Maiden Gully is framed more by larger detached homes and household stability than apartment living. The suburb suits buyers seeking space, although its car-oriented routine and aging forecast should shape long-term decisions.
Population
5,407
Median Age
37.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,209/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
42
Median House
$874K
October to December 2025
The typical mortgage payment is $1,690 a month, while mortgage costs equal 17.7% of household income, below the suburb's mortgage stress flag. Buyers get a clear detached-house product: 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses and 65.4% have four or more bedrooms, compared with only 1.7% with two bedrooms. Ownership is split between 36.5% mortgage-free and 55.5% mortgaged households, reinforcing its mortgage-belt profile. Compared with Kangaroo Flat, the larger-home format may suit families prioritising land and storage over compact convenience.
For Buyers
The typical mortgage payment is $1,690 a month, while mortgage costs equal 17.7% of household income, below the suburb's mortgage stress flag. Buyers get a clear detached-house product: 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses and 65.4% have four or more bedrooms, compared with only 1.7% with two bedrooms. Ownership is split between 36.5% mortgage-free and 55.5% mortgaged households, reinforcing its mortgage-belt profile. Compared with Kangaroo Flat, the larger-home format may suit families prioritising land and storage over compact convenience.
For Investors
Maiden Gully presents a low-turnover investment profile rather than a deep rental market. Only 7.3% of households rent, weekly rent is $380 and vacancy sits at 4.5%. That combination can support tenant scarcity when demand is steady, but the small renter base may narrow the pool for investors seeking rapid leasing. Development activity is notable, with 37 applications in the latest 12 months, including multiple 2-lot subdivisions; extra supply could gradually broaden the detached rental stock, where 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses. The 1.98% annual forecast and Balanced migration label favour patient ownership over aggressive short-term assumptions.
Development Activity
Total DAs
61
Last 12 Months
42
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+600.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Maiden Gully
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Marist College Bendigo
Maiden Gully Primary School
Demographics
Maiden Gully has a settled, family-oriented demographic profile, with a median age of 37, which is 3 years below the national median, and an average household size of 3.1, 0.6 above the national figure. Families dominate: 56.3% are couples with children, compared with 33.1% couples without children, while one-parent families account for 9.6%. Overseas-born residents represent 6.0%, or 15.6 percentage points below the national comparison, and 27.7% have university qualifications, 2.4 points below national. English ancestry is reported by 2,522 people, followed by Scottish at 692 and Irish at 667. No religion and Christianity are close in count at 2,580 and 2,515. With 82.7% staying at the same address, turnover is lower than the 17.3% moving share, reinforcing a stable pattern compared with more mobile communities.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.8%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
0.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Detached housing defines Maiden Gully: 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses, 65.4% contain four or more bedrooms and just 0.2% are apartments. Across 19 years, the stated compound growth is 3.7%, while the latest price is 98.6% above the earliest comparison point. Tenure is heavily owner-based, with 36.5% owning outright and 55.5% paying a mortgage; only 7.3% rent. Mortgage costs equal 17.7% of household income and rent equals 17.2%, both below the relevant stress flags. Compared with more compact housing around Bendigo's established core, the local stock is better suited to larger households, but buyers should compare land size and build condition carefully.
Mortgage / mo
$1,690
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$380
Census 2021
HH Size
3.1
Personal Income / wk
$897
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.5%
Unoccupied
81
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
17.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
17.7%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
56.3%
Couples with children
33.1%
Couples, no children
9.6%
Single parent
1,518
Total families
Economy & Employment
Maiden Gully's household income is $2,209 a week, placing it at the 84th percentile and above the national median. Employment is broad rather than dependent on one trade: healthcare accounts for 21.5% of workers, education 12.6%, construction 11.9%, public administration 9.7% and manufacturing 7.3%. The occupational mix adds 594 professionals, 431 trades workers, 412 clerical and administrative workers, 379 managers and 318 community or personal service workers. A 72.7% participation rate and 3.2% unemployment indicate an engaged labour force, while 16.0% work from home. SEIFA results are uneven: education and occupation sits at decile 5, but economic resources reaches decile 10, disadvantage decile 9 and advantage decile 7. That spread is higher than a simple single-score reading because strong household resources coexist with mixed qualification levels.
Unemployment
3.2%
Labour Force
2,954
Unemployed
96
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
56.5%
Part-time
37.6%
Participation
72.7%
Employed
2,858
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
27.7%
Postgraduate
5.2%
Born Overseas
6.0%
Dwellings
1,713
Transport to Work
Maiden Gully is practical for households comfortable with driving. Car drivers account for 76.5% of residents, compared with 0.4% using public transport and 1.4% walking or cycling, while 16.0% work from home. That pattern fits a low-density 40.09-square-kilometre suburb at 134.9 people per square kilometre, where daily trips are more likely to extend beyond the immediate neighbourhood. Local education access includes 2 nearby schools across a government primary and Catholic Pri/Sec mix; check enrolment zones against the exact address. Recorded crime totals 160 incidents, equal to 29.6 per 1,000 people, with property and deception offences the largest category at 91, followed by 33 crimes against the person. The rate gives a more useful comparison than the raw count, and the IRSAD decile is 7, above the middle of the 10-decile scale. Volunteering is 18.6%, supporting local participation.
Drive
76.5%
Public Transport
0.4%
Walk / Cycle
1.4%
Work from Home
16.0%
Population Forecast
+1.98%/yr
(+116 people/yr)
EstablishedMaiden Gully's established-area forecast points to 1.98% annual growth, with migration described as Balanced rather than driven by one dominant stream. Population change across the wider area is 27.6% over 10 years, supporting continued demand, but the trajectory is Aging: the senior share is up 6.4 percentage points, while the working share is down 3.7 points and the young share is down 1.4. Gentrification signals remain limited, with a score of 12 and a stage labelled Not gentrifying. A separate shift measure records 43 and Early signs, which is higher than the 12-point gentrification score and consistent with gradual change rather than a sudden reset. Stable affordability moved from 40.6 in 2011 to 42.4 in 2021. Compared with a high-turnover growth corridor, this points to measured expansion and an older future household mix.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+10
Net Internal / yr
+49
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +35% since 2011
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
160
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
29.6
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 Maiden Gully compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maiden Gully a good suburb to live in?
Yes, particularly for households seeking detached housing and a quieter, car-oriented setting. The median age is 37, household size is 3.1 and 65.4% of dwellings have four or more bedrooms, so the suburb is more family-shaped than a compact apartment market. Public transport is limited at 0.4%, so commuting needs matter.
What schools are in Maiden Gully?
Maiden Gully has 2 nearby schools, including a government primary option and a Catholic Pri/Sec campus. The school type and sector mix is broader than a single-sector area, which can widen practical choice for families. Check the exact enrolment zone, transport arrangements and year-level availability before committing to an address.
Is Maiden Gully safe?
Recorded crime was 160 incidents, or 29.6 per 1,000 residents. Property and deception offences accounted for 91 cases, while crimes against the person totalled 33. The rate is a more useful comparison than the raw count, and buyers should review recent local incident patterns because safety can vary by street and offence type.
Is Maiden Gully good for property investment?
It can suit a long-term investor, but the rental market is small. Only 7.3% of households rent, weekly rent is $380 and vacancy is 4.5%, while 37 development applications were lodged in 12 months. Prices have risen 98.6% from the earliest comparison point, higher than the starting level, but rental demand and future subdivision supply need close checking.
How is Maiden Gully's population changing?
Population change across the wider area is forecast at 27.6% over 10 years, with annual growth of 1.98% and migration labelled Balanced. The demographic trajectory is Aging: senior share is up 6.4 percentage points, while working share is down 3.7. That points to continued expansion with an older household mix rather than a youth-led surge.
What development is occurring in Maiden Gully?
Development activity is visible, with 37 applications in the latest 12 months. The sampled proposals include several 2-lot subdivisions, which may gradually add or reshape detached housing. Because subdivision activity can differ by street and lot, buyers should check planning controls, access, servicing and permit status before relying on a future supply assumption.
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), Valuer-General Victoria (house prices), state education open registers (school locations), 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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