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Baddaginnie

VIC 3670 • Victoria

347
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
93.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulRemote
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About Baddaginnie

Baddaginnie is a small rural town in Victoria's north-east, located approximately 198 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 12 kilometres south-west of Benalla within the Rural City of Benalla. The locality sits along the historic North East railway line corridor and the old Hume Highway alignment, set in characteristically flat, open pastoral country near Baddaginnie Creek. With a population of 347 recorded at the 2021 Census across an area of nearly 94 square kilometres, it is one of the quieter rural townships in the Benalla region.

Baddaginnie offers a classic quiet rural lifestyle, with the township of Benalla a short 12-kilometre drive away providing schools, shopping, medical facilities, and rail connections to Melbourne via V/Line. The locality's wide open paddocks, clear skies, and slow-paced country atmosphere attract those seeking genuine rural living well away from city pressures. Wangaratta to the north-east and the broader High Country beyond offer additional services and recreational opportunities for residents of this peaceful corner of north-eastern Victoria.

Baddaginnie falls under postcode 3670 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3670
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.62°, 145.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
93.99 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3670

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3670 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$38,023
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,518

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3670; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Benalla
12 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Benalla (nearest hub) 15 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
198 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Benalla then V/Line ~2h to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2h 15min – 2h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h – 2h 20min

🛣️ Hume Highway (M31) provides main road access south to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable amenities in the locality; all services require driving to Benalla

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
347
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Down 23.0%
Motor vehicle theft
190 / 100k
2yr Up 150.9% 10yr Up 66.0%
Non-FV assault
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 27.5% 10yr Down 48.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 44.3% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence subgroups for Benalla →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baddaginnie known for? +

Baddaginnie is known for its quiet rural character and connection to Victoria's North East railway line. The town's name has an unusual origin — it derives from the Sinhala word for 'hungry' (baddaginnie), reportedly used by Sri Lankan labourers who worked on a local railway project in the early 1900s.

How far is Baddaginnie from Melbourne? +

Baddaginnie is approximately 198 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, making it around a 2-hour drive via the Hume Highway and then local roads through Benalla.

Does Baddaginnie have public transport? +

Baddaginnie has no regular bus or local public transport service. The nearest V/Line train station is Benalla, approximately 12 kilometres away, which provides rail connections to Melbourne and Albury.

What is the population of Baddaginnie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Baddaginnie has a population of 347 people, spread across a rural area of nearly 94 square kilometres, making it a lightly settled farming locality.

Is Baddaginnie a good place to live? +

Baddaginnie suits those seeking genuine rural living in north-eastern Victoria, with affordable land, wide open country, and a peaceful lifestyle. The township of Benalla is just 12 kilometres away for everyday needs, and the High Country is within easy reach for outdoor recreation.

What is the postcode for Baddaginnie? +

The postcode for Baddaginnie is 3670, which it shares with the nearby regional town of Benalla.

Is Baddaginnie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Baddaginnie is part of the Benalla 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.