Demographics

Beechworth is approximately 165.49 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Beechworth was 3859. The population is 50% male and 50% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Beechworth are $1400 to $1799. The most common weekly income bracket is $400 to $499 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $275 to $349.

Description

Beechworth - Established in 1852 as a direct result of the discovery of gold in the area and is one of Victoria's most historic towns. Beechworth has retained the basic character and charm it had developed by the 1880's. The streets and buildings, most of which were founded in the 1850's and 1860's form part of the heritage which has come down to us from the early gold rush days. Gold was first discovered in Beechworth in 1852. By November, 1852, 1500 miners had arrived, 2 months later there were 8000 miners. There are many grand historic churches, hotels, Government gold office and administration buildings, court house and the blue stone prison which is still in operation today. 

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