ABS 2021 Census · Updated 31 March 2026
Boneo is a coastal suburb in Victoria, Australia, with a population of approximately 314, making it a boutique locality. Located approximately 66 km from the Melbourne CBD, Boneo is a coastal area in Victoria. The median household income is $94,224 AUD per year (ABS 2021 Census).
Strong household incomes in Boneo underpin solid property demand. Seaside positioning attracts both owner-occupiers and holiday rental demand.
Map shows Boneo, Victoria, Australia.
Official Australia Post postcode for Boneo. A postcode may cover multiple suburbs.
Australia Post Postcode Finder →Usual resident population at census night. Source: ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
ABS Census Data →Weekly median rent for occupied private dwellings. Source: ABS 2021 Census. Live rental data integration coming soon.
State Rental Authority →Annual median household income (before tax) for all households. Source: ABS 2021 Census.
ABS Census Data →Straight-line distance from the suburb centroid (ABS 2021 SAL geography) to the nearest capital city CBD. Actual driving distance will be longer.
Estimated 1 school within or near this suburb based on ABS 2021 data.
Find schools near Boneo on My School →Estimated 1 park and green spaces near this suburb. Source: ABS 2021 data.
Monthly median mortgage repayment for households currently paying off a mortgage. Source: ABS 2021 Census.
ABS Census Data →Proportion of separate houses vs units, townhouses, and other dwelling types. Source: ABS 2021 Census. Relevant for investors assessing rental demand mix.
ABS Census Data →Coastal lifestyle is a strong draw for Boneo, supporting both long-term rental demand and holiday letting potential. Seaside suburbs in Victoria consistently attract interstate migration and lifestyle buyers. The median rent of $400/week (ABS 2021) indicates a mid-range rental market. Owner-occupiers face a median mortgage repayment of $3,033/month. The median household income of $94,224/year reflects a solid demographic, supporting sustainable rental demand. 80% of dwellings are separate houses, indicating a predominantly family-oriented, land-rich market.
A buy-and-hold approach in Boneo could work well with careful property selection and a longer time horizon.
Expect competitive but not exceptional rental returns in Boneo's current market.
The resale market in Boneo may not support quick-turnaround renovation projects.
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Create free account →Growth in Boneo through 2026 will likely be steady rather than spectacular, tracking the wider market. The rental market in Boneo should see steady occupancy, with moderate upward pressure on rents. The market mood around Boneo is balanced — neither bullish nor bearish heading into 2026.
Boneo is a coastal area in Victoria with a population of 314. The median rent is $400/week and the median household income is $94,224/year (ABS 2021 Census). As with any property investment, conduct thorough due diligence on current listings, vacancy rates, and local infrastructure plans before committing.
Key demand drivers in Boneo include lifestyle appeal and proximity to the coast. 80% of dwellings are separate houses. The area has approximately 1 schools and 1 parks nearby.
According to the ABS 2021 Census, Boneo has a population of approximately 314. For historical population trends and intercensal estimates, visit the ABS Census Data Explorer at abs.gov.au.
Boneo is approximately 66 km straight-line distance from the Melbourne CBD (calculated from ABS 2021 suburb centroid coordinates). Road travel times will vary; check current mapping services for up-to-date routes.