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VIC · Greater Bendigo Council

Eaglehawk, 3556

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Desirability score

45.5/100
Average

Top 37% of Victoria's suburbs

89% data confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Top transport
  • Affordable
  • Green space
  • Schools
  • Regional town
What Eaglehawk is known for: Top transport, Affordable, Green space, Schools, Regional town

Suburb profile

Eaglehawk is a regional centre in Greater Bendigo that balances local services with a more relaxed pace of life. Life revolves around the local community, with the wider region offering trips and services when needed. Leafy streets and shaded corners make the suburb feel greener and more established than many nearby.

The area suits established families and long-term locals, with family life visible on every street. Weekends tend to revolve around local favourites: a café, a market run, a walk through town. Parks, reserves and open space make it genuinely outdoor-friendly for walks, sport and weekend downtime.

Strong public transport connections keep the wider area accessible. Housing remains accessible compared with many parts of the state.

The desirability score is around average, weighed down by weaker local dining and lifestyle amenities and safety against similar regional towns, even with growth momentum and parks and green space holding up better. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.

Population

Population
5,538
Median age
43
Median household income / week
$1,140
Dwelling vacancy
6.8%
Unoccupied private dwellings
173 of 2,535
Median monthly mortgage
$1,300
Employment rate
51.9%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
231 / 170 / 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 · 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)
524
Against the person
153
Against property
225
Rate per 1,000 residents
94.6
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 36 residents
State safety percentile
73.9th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+14.7%

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • A211 Fv Serious Assault28
  • B21 Criminal Damage35
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle35
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order72
  • Other Crimes Against The Person41

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
4
Median school ICSEA (4 schools)
940
  • Eaglehawk North Primary SchoolPrimary
  • Eaglehawk Primary SchoolPrimary
  • Eaglehawk Secondary CollegeSecondary
  • St Liborius' SchoolPrimary

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

48 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Bright St/High St
  • Eaglehawk CFA/High St
  • Eaglehawk Railway Station
  • Eaglehawk Station
  • St Liborius PS/Eaglehawk Rd

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

2 active roadworks / incidents

  • Council Works activities occurring between 12/06/2026 and 29/01/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.HIGH STREET, PARSONAGE GROVE11 Jun 2026 – 28 Jan 2027
  • Council Works activities occurring between 12/06/2026 and 29/01/2027 during the following times: Weekdays 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.EAGLEHAWK ROAD, HIGH STREET11 Jun 2026 – 28 Jan 2027

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).

83 planning-related records

2021· 40 proposals

  • August 2021

  • Construction of a dwelling
    179 SIMPSONS ROAD EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Extension to existing dwelling
    3 GALLWAY DRIVE EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Demolition and construction of an outbuilding (Amended Site Plan)
    13 BRAZIER STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Construction of an outbuilding
    13 Brazier StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • 3 lot subdivision of land and demolition of an outbuilding
    38 CALDWELLS ROAD EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a carport (Amended plans for design changes)
    69 VICTORIA STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Extension to an existing dwelling
    6 GOLDSMITHS ROAD EAGLEHAWK 3556Withdrawn
  • Use and development of land for a childcare centre
    4 COULSON STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Withdrawn
  • Construction of a dwelling (Amended plans for design changes to the roof)
    39A Victoria StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2021

  • Construction of 3 dwellings and a 3 lot subdivision
    7 KNEEBONE STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    65B JOBS GULLY ROAD EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Display of signage
    37 High StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Partial demolition. alterations and additions to an existing dwelling
    13 CHURCH STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • 3 lot subdivision and demolition of 3 sheds
    9 KNEEBONE STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • External Alterations to Existing Building and Display of Internally Illuminate Business Identification Signage
    98 High StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a fence and roadworks
    36 NAPIER STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of four dwellings
    16A BRIGHT STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Replace fencing and gates
    63 VICTORIA STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Lapsed
  • Construction of a second dwelling (retrospective), 3 lot subdivision and demolition of building
    12 CROWTHER STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556NOD issued by a delegate
  • 4 lot subdivision of land and construction of 4 dwellings (minor changes to dwelling designs)
    2A Butts RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Demolition of a chimney and replacement of tile roof with steel
    40 Church StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of shade sail structure
    11 Magazine StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Demolish existing shed and development of an outbuilding(Amendment to include a new garage)
    13 Church StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with a minor sports and recreation facility (construction of a 9 hole Pitch n Putt golf course and driving range and associated storage) and removal of native vegetation. (Amend plans for design changes)
    1 Averys RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Installation of solar panels
    93 Sailors Gully RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Removal of native vegetation
    191-193 Upper California Gully RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • April 2021

  • Buildings and works associated with internal demolition and internal alterations and the installation of an automatic sliding glass door and replacement of front window
    74 High StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and Works to Construct a 60kW Ground Mounted Solar Facility ancillary to Existing Bakery and Removal of Native Vegetation
    1 YORK STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • 6 lot subdivision
    22-24 CURTAIN STREET EAGLEHAWK 3556NOD issued by a delegate
  • Construction of outbuilding (shed)
    34 Church StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    7/61A Jobs Gully RoadNo permit required
  • Construction of a dwelling
    4/61A Jobs Gully RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Demolish existing shed
    13 Church StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of 7 dwellings (Modifications to endorsed landscaping plan)
    3-9/24 Bright StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling (Amended permit and plans to mirror dwelling and update BMP)
    3/61A Jobs Gully RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • March 2021

  • 2 lot subdivision and demolition of outbuildings
    25 CALDWELLS ROAD EAGLEHAWK 3556NOD issued by a delegate
  • 2 lot subdivision and demolition of outbuilding
    6 Campbell StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • To realign the boundary between two lots
    61 Peg Leg RoadWithdrawn
  • Externally paint a building
    29 Peg Leg RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • February 2021

  • Removal of one tree
    63 High StreetWithdrawn

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

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

Amenities

21 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Bbq
  • Bench (4)
  • Abbey Cl/Howard StBus stop
  • Church St/Reserve StBus stop
  • Eaglehawk Bowling Club/Simpsons RdBus stop
  • Eaglehawk Cemetery/Grenfell AveBus stop
  • Early Learning Centre/Jobs Gully RdBus stop
  • Finch Ave/Grenfell AveBus stop
  • Howard St/Jobs Gully RdBus stop
  • Lake Neangar/Simpsons RdBus stop

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

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

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

Parks & reserves

4 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Canterbury ParkPark
  • Gladeville ParkPark
  • Sandhurst H90 Bushland ReserveNature reserve
  • Scout Hall ReservePark

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
5
Emergency department
Not in suburb
  • Bendigo Community Health ServicesSeymoure Streetdoctor
  • Eaglehawk Medical GroupVictoria Streetdoctor
  • Eaglehawk U.F.S DispensaryHigh Streetpharmacy
  • Neangar E.U.F.S PharmacyVictoria Streetpharmacy
  • Stewart Cowen Community Rehabilitation CentreMarket Streetrehabilitation

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
2/10
IRSD decile (2021)
2/10

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

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Heritage

6 state heritage places

  • CATHERINE REEF UNITED COMPANY GOLD MINENH1232
  • EAGLEHAWK COURT HOUSENH1401
  • EAGLEHAWK TOWN HALLNH0713
  • FORMER EAGLEHAWK EAST METHODIST CHURCHNH1458
  • PRIMARY SCHOOL EAGLEHAWKNH1628
  • TWIZELNH1768

Data sources & freshness

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

Childcare

1 childcare service from OpenStreetMap

  • Eaglehawk Preschoolkindergarten

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

Childcare centre count

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Period: current · Updated on site

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
Overlay applies

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 · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
17
Parks (OSM)
9

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

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

Desirability Index

Desirability score
45.5/100 — Average
State standing
Top 37% of Victoria's suburbs
National rank
2364th in Australia
State rank
462nd in VIC
Peer rank
#70 among Country & regional · Established suburbs
Cohort rank
#128 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
89%

Data sources & freshness

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

Recent changes

  • A211 Fv Serious Assaultcrime28
  • B21 Criminal Damagecrime35
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehiclecrime35
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Ordercrime72
  • Other Crimes Against The Personcrime41
  • Eaglehawk Preschoolchildcarekindergarten
  • CATHERINE REEF UNITED COMPANY GOLD MINEheritageNH1232
  • EAGLEHAWK COURT HOUSEheritageNH1401
  • EAGLEHAWK TOWN HALLheritageNH0713
  • FORMER EAGLEHAWK EAST METHODIST CHURCHheritageNH1458

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Updated on site
  • Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · Updated on site · Year ending March release
  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Updated on site

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