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Ancona

VIC 3715 • Victoria

99
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
68.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietEstablished
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About Ancona

Ancona is a small rural locality nestled in the foothills of the Strathbogie Ranges in north-east Victoria, within the Shire of Mansfield. Named after the Italian city of Ancona, this quiet farming community had a population of 99 at the 2021 Census with a notably older demographic and a median age of 56. The locality covers approximately 68 square kilometres of rolling pastoral land and is situated roughly 150 kilometres north-east of Melbourne.

The area is predominantly agricultural, with properties consisting of large rural holdings used for grazing and farming. Nearby townships of Mansfield, approximately 30 kilometres to the south-east, and Euroa, approximately 25 kilometres to the north-west, provide essential services, shopping, and schools. The surrounding landscape offers access to the Strathbogie Ranges, Lake Eildon, and numerous bushwalking and fishing opportunities. A post office operated in the locality from 1905 until 1968, reflecting the area's long-settled farming heritage.

Ancona falls under postcode 3715 and is governed by the Mansfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3715
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mansfield
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.99°, 145.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.45 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3715

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3715 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$41,293
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,490

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3715; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Euroa
25 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Euroa station (25 km) then V/Line to Melbourne (approx. 2 hours)
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75-2 hours

🛣️ Car essential. Euroa provides the nearest V/Line rail connection. Hume Freeway accessible via Euroa for Melbourne-bound travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; all errands require driving to Mansfield or Euroa

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
99
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Mansfield Local Government Area, which contains Ancona. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
118.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.9% 10yr Down 51.1%
Motor vehicle theft
72.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 20.9%
Non-FV assault
209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 16.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
182.3 / 100k
2yr Up 28.2% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mansfield →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ancona known for? +

Ancona is a long-established farming locality named after the Italian city, known for its scenic pastoral landscape in the foothills of the Strathbogie Ranges. The area has been settled since the early 1900s, with a post office operating from 1905 to 1968.

How far is Ancona from Melbourne? +

Ancona is approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, or about a 2 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and local roads. The nearest major towns are Mansfield (30 km) and Euroa (25 km).

Does Ancona have public transport? +

No. Ancona has no regular bus services. The nearest train station is Euroa, about 25 kilometres to the north-west, on the V/Line North East line connecting to Melbourne.

What is the population of Ancona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ancona has a population of 99 people with a median age of 56, reflecting its character as a quiet, established farming community.

Is Ancona a good place to live? +

Ancona suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by the scenic Strathbogie Ranges, with access to Lake Eildon and bushwalking nearby. It is ideal for retirees and farming families comfortable with a car-dependent lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Ancona? +

The postcode for Ancona, Victoria is 3715, which it shares with several other localities in the Shire of Mansfield.

Is Ancona a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ancona is part of the Mansfield LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.