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Arcadia South

VIC 3631 • Victoria

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
69.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietFamily-Friendly
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About Arcadia South

Arcadia South is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, located within the City of Greater Shepparton approximately 25 kilometres south of the Shepparton city centre. With a population of 95 at the 2021 Census across nearly 70 square kilometres, it is a quietly settled farming area in the Goulburn Valley. The postcode median taxable income of $56,726 reflects the area's agricultural economy and regional character.

The locality is situated in productive irrigated farmland along the Goulburn River floodplain, with fruit orchards and dairy farming forming the backbone of the local economy. The nearby Arcadia Native Fish Hatchery and Visitor Centre, featuring a giant Murray Cod sculpture, is a popular attraction for families. Residents rely on Shepparton for shopping, schools, healthcare, and other services, while enjoying the open rural landscape, wide skies, and relaxed pace of country living in the Goulburn Valley.

Arcadia South falls under postcode 3631 and is governed by the Strathbogie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3631
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Strathbogie
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.43°, 145.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.51 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3631

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3631, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,479
Median 2023–24
$56,726
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,423

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3631; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
25 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus (Euroa–Shepparton via Kialla) — Shepparton 25-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
Drive to Shepparton Station, then V/Line train to Southern Cross (approx 2 hr 15 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Accessed via the Goulburn Valley Highway; Shepparton is the nearest major service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed farming locality with no shops or services; all errands require driving to Shepparton or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
236.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.9 / 100k
2yr Up 87.1% 10yr Up 82.6%
Non-FV assault
143.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.0% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.5% 10yr Up 63.7%
View all offence subgroups for Strathbogie →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arcadia South known for? +

Arcadia South is known as a quiet farming locality in the Goulburn Valley, surrounded by irrigated orchards and dairy farms. The nearby Arcadia Native Fish Hatchery Visitor Centre, with its giant Murray Cod sculpture, is a popular family attraction in the area.

How far is Arcadia South from Shepparton? +

Arcadia South is approximately 25 kilometres south of the Shepparton city centre, making it about a 25–30 minute drive to access shops, services, and the train station.

Does Arcadia South have public transport? +

Arcadia South has very limited public transport. A regional bus service runs between Euroa and Shepparton via Kialla, but services are infrequent. Residents typically drive to Shepparton Station for V/Line trains to Melbourne.

What is the population of Arcadia South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Arcadia South has a population of 95 residents spread across approximately 70 square kilometres of rural land in the Goulburn Valley.

Is Arcadia South a good place to live? +

Arcadia South suits those seeking affordable rural living in a productive agricultural region with a relaxed country atmosphere. It is best suited to people who enjoy open spaces and farming life, with Shepparton's full range of services a short drive away.

What is the postcode for Arcadia South? +

The postcode for Arcadia South, Victoria is 3631.

Is Arcadia South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Arcadia South is part of the Strathbogie 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.