East Gippsland Shire Council

Lochend

VIC3888

Lochend at a glance

Population

3,502

Median age 54

The brief

What to know about Lochend.

Lochend (3888) sits in the East Gippsland region of Victoria.

Lochend has roughly 3,502 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are dominated by renters.

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Day to day

What it’s like to live here.

Schooling within or near the suburb covers 2 government primary, 1 Catholic.

Who lives here

Demographics.

The 2021 Census put Lochend's population at 3,502, with a median age of 54. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic.

Population

3,502

Median age

54

Family households

Lone person

Market

The price of a home here.

Median house price

Verified median pending

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Rental and ownership

Weekly rent (house)

$200/wk

Weekly rent (unit)

$170/wk

Owner occupied

Renter occupied

At a deeper level

PopulationSource: ABS Census 2021

3,502

Median age: 54

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Place

Location.

Amenities

Transport

Nearby suburbs

Education

Schools in Lochend.

Local schools for Lochend

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Government School Catchment

Orbost Community College

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Newmerella Primary School

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Marlo Primary School

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Frequently asked

About Lochend.

What is the Lochend postcode?
Lochend is in the 3888 postcode, in VIC, in the East Gippsland Shire Council region.
What is the average rent in Lochend?
The median weekly rent for houses is $200, for units it's $170.
What schools are in Lochend?
There are 4 schools serving Lochend on this page, including Orbost Community College, St Joseph's School, Newmerella Primary School.
What suburbs are near Lochend?
Lochend is close to Brodribb River, Orbost, Marlo, Newmerella, Corringle.
What is the population of Lochend?
Lochend has approximately 3,502 residents. The median age is 54.

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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