Rochester
VIC 3561 · Campaspe
3,154 (2021) → 2,919 est. (2025) · Stable
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Rochester is a stable suburb in Campaspe, VIC 3561, about 163km from Melbourne CBD. Its median house price of $374K is more affordable than the VIC average. The suburb has 3 schools, a transport score of 74/100, and is about 165km inland. Rochester has an overall score of 49/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 77/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 3561 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: England (1.65%), New Zealand (0.82%), Malaysia (0.67%), Scotland (0.41%), Italy (0.35%)
Top languages: Italian (0.38%), Mandarin (0.32%), Filipino (0.22%), Thai (0.22%), Hindi (0.13%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: Valuer-General Victoria (DTF) · Updated 2024
Residential Safety
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (suburb-level) · Updated 2025
Schools
Limited school choices
Below average for school access — fewer schools nearby, and families may need to travel for preferred options.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 977 (below the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- St Joseph's SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 991
- Rochester Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 978
- Rochester Secondary CollegeSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 964
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Limited facilities
Below average — fewer fitness options nearby, so you may need to travel to a gym or pool.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Limited outdoor options
Below average — fewer parks and green spaces close by.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Limited cultural access
Below average — fewer cultural venues nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Solid scene
Well above average for licensed venues — you won't struggle for a night out or a good meal.
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Source: VGCCC (Victorian liquor register) · Updated April 2026
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
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Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
StableSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Rochester
Is Rochester safe?
Rochester has a residential safety score of 77/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 3,741 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Rochester?
In Rochester, the .
How far is Rochester from Melbourne CBD?
Rochester is about 163.4 km from Melbourne CBD.
What schools are in Rochester?
Rochester has 3 schools, with an average ICSEA of 978 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Rochester?
Rochester has a transport score of 74/100, including 1 train station and 22 bus stops.