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VIC · Macedon Ranges Council

Macedon, VIC, 3440

Current weather

8.9°CRain showers

97% humidity · 28.5 km/h wind · 11° / 7.5° today · 14.8 mm rain

Desirability index

64.5/100

#184 among Country & regional suburbs

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Macedon is a smaller suburban community in the Macedon Ranges area, home to around 2,073 residents (2021 Census). Recent indicators show 133 offences in 2026 with relatively stable year-on-year trends (-4%), roughly 64.2 offences per 1,000 residents, 2 school and preschool sites in the area, limited but present public transport access, a solid spread of nearby amenities and everyday services, 30 active roadworks or transport incidents on nearby routes, and notable planning and development activity on record. Snapshot data also shows parks or public open space within the suburb and hospitals or GP clinics within the suburb.

Population

Population
2,073
Median age
44
Median household income / week
$2,353
Dwelling vacancy
8%
Unoccupied private dwellings
60 of 754
Median monthly mortgage
$2,213
Employment rate
62.4%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
39 / 5 / 0

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

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

Crime & safety

Total offences (2026)
133
Against the person
15
Against property
77
Rate per 1,000 residents
64.2
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 138 residents
State safety percentile
58th (lower crime is better)
Year-on-year change
-3.6%

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage8
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle8
  • B45 Receiving Or Handling Stolen Goods14
  • B49 Other Theft22
  • C32 Drug Possession22

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Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
2
Median school ICSEA (2 schools)
1,124
  • Alice Miller SchoolCombined
  • Macedon Primary SchoolPrimary

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Public transport

3 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Macedon Railway Station
  • Macedon Station
  • Macedon Station/Victoria St

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Roadworks & transport

30 active roadworks / incidents

  • Council Works activities occurring between 06/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. 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.BLACK FOREST DRIVE, DAWES LANE05 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • Council Works activities occurring between 07/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. 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.CHEVANNES STREET, BLACK FOREST DRIVE06 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • Council Works activities occurring between 07/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Weekends 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. 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.BLACK FOREST DRIVE, CHEVANNES STREET06 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, CALDER OUT-MACEDON-WOODEND RAMP OF01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, MACEDON-WOODEND-CALDER IN RAMP ON01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, KINSELLAS LANE01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, KINSELLAS LANE01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, CALDER OUT-MACEDON-WOODEND RAMP OF01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, MACEDON-WOODEND-CALDER IN RAMP ON01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 02/02/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Nil.CALDER FREEWAY, MOUNT MACEDON-CALDER IN RAMP ON01 Feb 2026 – 30 Jul 2026

Data sources & freshness

  • Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · Hourly refresh where supported

Planning & development

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

44 planning-related records

2021· 18 proposals

  • August 2021

  • Building and works associated with an existing dwelling and development of an outbuilding
    17 MANORINA WAY MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an extension to existing dwelling.
    7 CRAVEN STREET MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Removal of Vegetation (Five (5) Native Trees)
    MARGARET STREET MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and Development of the Land for a Dwelling and associated works (water tanks)
    218 LAWSON ROAD MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with the extension of a school for a performance arts facility including 2 classrooms, indoor and outdoor stages
    110 BAILEY ROAD MACEDON 3440In progress
  • Development of a Carport
    5 MANLANGI COURT MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2021

  • Resubdivision of three (3) lots, development of the land for one replacement dwelling (proposed Lot 3) and removal of native vegetation. (Amendment Sought to alter Condition 24).
    52 BAILEY ROAD MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Removal of native vegetation (5)
    339 MOUNT MACEDON ROAD MACEDON 3440Lapsed
  • Development of an Outbuilding (garage).
    109 SMITH STREET MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Development of an Outbuilding (shed).
    7 Emerald AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an outbuilding (garage, home office & WC).
    69 MANORINA WAY MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • April 2021

  • Development of a dwelling and removal of native vegetation.
    BLACK FOREST DRIVE MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an outbuilding (garage).
    95 MARGARET STREET MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • March 2021

  • Three (3) lot subdivision
    396 BLACK FOREST DRIVE MACEDON 3440Withdrawn
  • Development of a replacement agricultural building (farm shed)
    Unit 1/370 Mount Macedon RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • February 2021

  • Buildings and Works associated with the extension of a school (Amendment sought to develop new building to accommodate additional classrooms and theatre)
    110 BAILEY ROAD MACEDON 3440Withdrawn
  • Use and development of a dwelling and removal of vegetation
    30-46 MCBEAN AVENUE MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • January 2021

  • Development of the Land for an Outbuilding (Shed) and Lopping of Seven (7) Native Trees
    462 MOUNT MACEDON ROAD MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 26 proposals

  • December 2020

  • Development of an outbuilding (shed).
    106 Margaret StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • November 2020

  • Development of an extension to an existing dwelling
    75 ELLANDEE CRESCENT MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an extension to existing Dwelling (Amendment sought to alter plans by deleting basement)
    38 Bruce StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an extension to an existing dwelling (garage) and removal of non-native vegetation
    91 Manorina WayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • October 2020

  • Development of an outbuilding
    26 Scott StreetWithdrawn
  • Use and development of a Dwelling (replacement dwelling) and associated outbuilding
    703 Black Forest DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and Development of the land for Horse Husbandry (4 Horses) and Alteration to Access from a Road Zone Category 1
    111 Mount Macedon RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • September 2020

  • Development of an outbuilding (garage)
    160 Blackwood RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of a land for a dwelling and associated outbuildings (carport and garage), two (2 x 10,000L) water tanks and creation of access to a road in Road Zone Category 1
    315 Mount Macedon RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • August 2020

  • Development of an extension to existing dwelling
    51 Grandview AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of the Land for an outbuilding (Agricultural Shed)
    272 Blackwood RoadWithdrawn
  • Development of land for a replacement dwelling and associated vegetation removal.
    392 BLACK FOREST DRIVE MACEDON 3440Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of the Land for Two (2) Outbuildings (Sheds)
    5 Haig StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an extension to a dwelling.
    24 Scott StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2020

  • Development of an Outbuilding (Clubhouse)
    19 Hammet PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an Extension to Existing Dwelling
    29 Emerald AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2020

  • Development of an Outbuilding (Shed)
    19 Hammet PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Outbuilding (garage) (Amendment required to include Section 173 Agreement clause)
    237 Mount Macedon RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of land for a dwelling
    31 Centenary AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an Outbuilding (Shed) and Carport
    71 Bent StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of an Extension to the Existing Dwelling
    71 Bent StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2020

  • Development of an extension to existing Dwelling
    38 Bruce StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

Data sources & freshness

  • PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · Period: 2020; 2020–2022; 2021 · Updated on site · Public MapServer last updated Feb 2024 — applications through FY 2022–23 only; newer PPARS data requires council/API access

Amenities

16 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Bicycle Parking
  • Macedon Station/Victoria StBus stop
  • Macedon Chiropractic Dr Anna KennedyClinic

    26 Victoria Street

  • Evie NetworksEV charging
  • Macedon Service StationPetrol station
  • St Patrick's Catholic Church MacedonPlace of worship
  • MacedonPolice

    59 Victoria Street

  • Australia PostPost Box
  • TelstraTelephone
  • Mountview TheatreTheatre

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Parks & reserves

2 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Centennial ParkPark
  • Macedon Flora ReserveNature reserve

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Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
1
Emergency department
Not in suburb
  • Macedon Chiropractic Dr Anna KennedyVictoria Streetclinic

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Socio-economic (SEIFA)

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

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

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Heritage

2 state heritage places

  • AVENUE OF HONOURNH2344
  • BOLOBEKNH1316

Data sources & freshness

  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Period: current · Updated on site

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
Overlay applies

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

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
8
Parks (OSM)
1

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

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability index

Desirability score
64.5/100
Cohort rank
#184 among Country & regional suburbs

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • AVENUE OF HONOURheritageNH2344
  • BOLOBEKheritageNH1316
  • Macedon Chiropractic Dr Anna KennedyhealthVictoria Streetclinic
  • Centennial Parkgovernmentpark
  • Macedon Flora Reservegovernmentnature_reserve
  • Building and works associated with an existing dwelling and development of an outbuildingplanning17 MANORINA WAY MACEDON 3440Lodged 30 Aug 2021 · Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and Works associated with the extension of a school (Amendment sought to develop new building to accommodate additional classrooms and theatre)planning110 BAILEY ROAD MACEDON 3440Lodged 12 Feb 2021 · Withdrawn
  • Buildings and works associated with the extension of a school for a performance arts facility including 2 classrooms, indoor and outdoor stagesplanning110 BAILEY ROAD MACEDON 3440Lodged 13 Aug 2021 · In progress
  • Development of a Carportplanning5 MANLANGI COURT MACEDON 3440Lodged 11 Aug 2021 · Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of a dwelling and removal of native vegetation.planningBLACK FOREST DRIVE MACEDON 3440Lodged 23 Apr 2021 · Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

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