Bass Coast Shire Council
Arawata
Arawata at a glance
Population
92
Median age 52
The brief
What to know about Arawata.
Arawata (3951) sits in the Bass Coast region of Victoria.
Arawata has roughly 92 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.
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What it’s like to live here.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 1 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Arawata's population at 92, with a median age of 52. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (80% own, 0% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (61% family households, 34% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
92
Median age
52
Family households
61%
Lone person
34%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$216/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$231/wk
Owner occupied
80%
Renter occupied
–
At a deeper level
92
Median age: 52
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Safety
Crime and safety.
3
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
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Education
Schools in Arawata.
Local schools for Arawata
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Korumburra Primary School
Korumburra Secondary College
Non-Government Schools
St Joseph's School
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Frequently asked
About Arawata.
- What is the Arawata postcode?
- Arawata is in the 3951 postcode, in VIC, in the Bass Coast Shire Council region.
- What is the average rent in Arawata?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $216, for units it's $231.
- What schools are in Arawata?
- There are 3 schools serving Arawata on this page, including Korumburra Primary School, St Joseph's School, Korumburra Secondary College.
- What suburbs are near Arawata?
- Arawata is close to Fairbank, Kardella, Ranceby, Ruby, Wild Dog Valley.
- What is the population of Arawata?
- Arawata has approximately 92 residents. The median age is 52.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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