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VIC · Mitchell Council

Kilmore East, 3764

Est. population · Jun 2025

484

Growth (1 yr)

+1.5%

Growth (5 yr)

+9.0%

Median age

47

Median income

$1,812/wk

Employment rate

57.6%

Languages at home

9.9%non-English

Most common: Italian, Mandarin, Punjabi

2021 Census · usual residence

Desirability score

39/100
Below average

789th in VIC

Verified 70% confidence

How this score is calculated
  • National parks
  • Excellent transport
  • High desirability
What Kilmore East is known for: National parks, Excellent transport, High desirability

Suburb profile

Kilmore East offers a slower smaller community life in Mitchell Council, with open surrounds and a close-knit community feel. Long-term locals and family households define much of the community, with family life visible on every street. Life here is grounded in local routine rather than big-city choice.

Open space is thinner than in many regional towns, so residents often travel a little further for a longer park day. A car helps for most daily errands, though buses still link the suburb further afield. Property prices run toward the upper end of the local market.

Crime trends have improved of late compared with the previous period. A trickle of new development is refreshing selected pockets without changing the overall feel.

Versus similar regional towns, the suburb reads below average on desirability, chiefly because local dining and lifestyle amenities trail behind. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.

At a glance

Kilmore East snapshot

A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk

Median house price

—

No data available

Median rent

—

No data available

Population (ERP)

484

+1.5% annual growth

Dwelling vacancy

10.4%

Census unoccupied dwellings

Livability profile

Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)

How it compares

Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles

Desirability

#141

among Country & regional · Mature

Safety

26th

percentile in state (higher = safer)

Pop. growth

80th

percentile in VIC

Advantage (IRSAD)

8/10

national SEIFA decile

Population growth

Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years

Housing mix

Dwelling types from the 2021 Census

Risks & flags

Quick scan — open a section below for full context

Living here

Desirability

Ranks & confidence
Desirability score
39.0/100 — Below average
National rank
3951st in Australia
State rank
789th in VIC
Peer rank
#141 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
Cohort rank
#329 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
70%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated

Population

Estimated resident population

484(June 2025)

+1.5% annual · +9.0% over 5 years · 80th percentile in VIC

Growth figures & methodology
Annual growth
+1.5%
5-year growth
+9.0%
Change in 1 year
+7
Change in 5 years
+40
Growth rank in VIC
80th percentile

ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.

Methodology

Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.

The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~550), extrapolated at +2.4% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.

2021 Census figures

2021 Census

Population
450
Median age
47
Median household income / week
$1,812
Dwelling vacancy
10.4%
Unoccupied private dwellings
17 of 163
Median monthly mortgage
$1,871
Employment rate
57.6%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
147 / 0 / 0

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

  • Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries

Community & culture

No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.

Offence counts & rates
Total offences (2026)
15
Against the person
3
Against property
11
Rate per 1,000 residents
31
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 150 residents
State safety percentile
26.3th (lower crime is better)
Decrease (daily rate)
-55.9%

Most common offence types

  • A212 Non-Fv Serious Assault1
  • B41 Motor Vehicle Theft3
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle2
  • B49 Other Theft3
  • Other Crimes Against The Person2

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Family & Lifestyle

Public transport

4 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Kilmore East Station
  • Kilmore East Station
  • Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rd
  • Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rd

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

1 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

Local character & venue list

Local character

  • Limited walkable amenities nearby
Walkability proxy
6/100
Cafés per 1,000 residents
0
Food & drink per 1,000 residents
0
Parks per 1,000 residents
0
Other(1)
  • Nanny Creek Bushland ReserveNature Reserve

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated

Parks & reserves

2 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Kilmore East Bushland ReserveNature reserve
  • Nanny Creek Bushland ReserveNature reserve

Data sources & freshness

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
3
Parks (OSM)
0

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Nearest hospital
Kilmore & District Hospital (5.4 km)
Nearest hospital type
Hospital
Nearest hospital emergency
Emergency department

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

NDIS participation

NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
18
Participants per 1,000 residents
37.2

Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.

For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.

Data sources & freshness

Weather

Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.

Summer (Dec–Feb)

Usual max / min
27° / 13°
Rainfall
126 mm · ~16 rainy days

Autumn (Mar–May)

Usual max / min
21° / 9°
Rainfall
148 mm · ~18 rainy days

Winter (Jun–Aug)

Usual max / min
13° / 4°
Rainfall
218 mm · ~27 rainy days

Spring (Sep–Nov)

Usual max / min
19° / 8°
Rainfall
188 mm · ~24 rainy days

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Temperature and humidity comfort

Data sources & freshness

  • Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated

Future & Planning

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

11 planning-related records

2021· 7 proposals

  • July 2021

  • Two lot subdivision and removal and creation of restrictions
    8 LOUIS RISE KILMORE EAST 3764Withdrawn
  • Use of the land for host farm accommodation and development of the land for an outbuilding (riding arena)
    445 SAUNDERS ROAD KILMORE EAST 3764Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • March 2021

  • Development of the land for an outbuilding
    230 Nannys Creek RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and development of the land for a dwelling
    165 COLOR DRIVE KILMORE EAST 3764Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of the land for a dwelling and machinery shed
    Nannys Creek RoadWithdrawn

  • February 2021

  • BUILDINGS AND WORKS FOR AN OUTBUILDING
    85 Saunders RoadNo permit required

  • January 2021

  • Construction of agricultural outbuilding
    180 O'Gradys RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 4 proposals

  • October 2020

  • VicSmart - Development of an outbuilding
    290 Nannys Creek RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • August 2020

  • Development of the land for a Dependant Person Unit
    340 O'Gradys RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • April 2020

  • Three lot Subdivision
    35 Duffy StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • February 2020

  • Extension of an existing dwelling
    180 Monument RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

16 active roadworks / incidents

  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/06/2025 and 30/06/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME FREEWAY, LITHGOW-HUME OUT RAMP ON09 Jun 2025 – 29 Jun 2027
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/06/2025 and 30/06/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME FREEWAY, LITHGOW-HUME OUT RAMP ON09 Jun 2025 – 29 Jun 2027
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/06/2025 and 30/06/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 60 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.HUME FREEWAY, LITHGOW-HUME OUT RAMP ON09 Jun 2025 – 29 Jun 2027
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/06/2025 and 30/06/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 60 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME FREEWAY, LITHGOW-HUME OUT RAMP ON09 Jun 2025 – 29 Jun 2027
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 23/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be entry ramp closed. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.BROADFORD-WANDONG ROAD, BROADFORD-WANDONG-HUME OUT RAMP ON22 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 23/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be entry ramp closed. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME OUT-BROADFORD-WANDONG RAMP OF22 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 23/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be entry ramp closed. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME OUT-BROADFORD-WANDONG RAMP OF, HUME FREEWAY22 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 23/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed northbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME OUT-BROADFORD-WANDONG RAMP OF, HUME FREEWAY22 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 23/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed northbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.BROADFORD-WANDONG ROAD, BROADFORD-WANDONG-HUME OUT RAMP ON22 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 23/03/2026 and 31/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed northbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HUME FREEWAY, HUME OUT-BROADFORD-WANDONG RAMP OF22 Mar 2026 – 30 Aug 2026

Data sources & freshness

  • Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · current · Updated

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated

Politics & representation

Federal electorate
Nicholls
Member of Parliament
Sam BIRRELL (The Nationals)
Results from
2025 federal election
Electorate enrolment (2025)
121,390
Turnout (2025)
91.5%
Swing since 2022 (2025)
+35.6 pp toward Labor

Two-party preferred (2025)

Coalition 64.4%Labor 35.6%

Estimated suburb voting profile

Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 56.0 km away).

Coalition 46.9%Labor 53.1%

17.4 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate

Estimated swing since 2022: +53.1 pp toward Labor

Nearest polling places

  • Kilmore CentralLabor 54.7% · Coalition 45.3% TPP (2025)6.2 km away
  • KilmoreLabor 53.6% · Coalition 46.4% TPP (2025)6.3 km away
  • BroadfordLabor 52.9% · Coalition 47.1% TPP (2025)7.8 km away
  • TallarookLabor 43.3% · Coalition 56.7% TPP (2025)21.1 km away
  • SeymourLabor 45.4% · Coalition 54.6% TPP (2025)29.5 km away

Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic

IRSAD decile (2021)
8/10
IRSD decile (2021)
7/10

ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).

What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?

IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.

IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.

A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

More in Mitchell Council

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