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Balmattum

VIC 3666 • Victoria

135
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
90.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Balmattum

Balmattum is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated within the Shire of Strathbogie approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and close to the township of Euroa. Spanning roughly 90 square kilometres of open farmland and undulating pastoral country, the locality is home to around 135 residents spread across scattered rural holdings and farming properties. The median household income reflects the modest economic conditions typical of small agricultural communities in regional Victoria.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by grazing paddocks, mixed farming operations, and the broader foothill environment of north-eastern Victoria. Residents rely on nearby Euroa — approximately 5–10 kilometres away — for everyday services including a supermarket, schools, medical facilities, and the historic main street with its cafes and local businesses. The area attracts those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a tight-knit farming community.

Balmattum falls under postcode 3666 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 Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3666
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Strathbogie
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.79°, 145.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
90.13 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3666

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3666, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,359
Median 2023–24
$48,303
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,495

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3666; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Euroa
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited V/Line coach services — Euroa / Shepparton Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Drive to Euroa station (~8 km), then V/Line train approx. 1 hr 50 min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 35 min – 1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) accessible via Euroa. Car is essential for daily living.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Balmattum is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable services — a car is essential for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
135
▲ 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 Balmattum. 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 Balmattum known for? +

Balmattum is a quiet rural farming locality in the Strathbogie Shire of north-eastern Victoria, known for its open pastoral landscapes and its proximity to the historic town of Euroa.

How far is Balmattum from Melbourne CBD? +

Balmattum is approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Hume Freeway (M31).

Does Balmattum have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Balmattum. The nearest V/Line train station is at Euroa (approximately 8 km away), with services connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Balmattum? +

According to the 2021 Census, Balmattum has a population of approximately 135 people, typical of small rural localities spread across large farming areas in regional Victoria.

Is Balmattum a good place to live? +

Balmattum suits those seeking a rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a quiet farming community atmosphere. Everyday services are available in nearby Euroa, though a private vehicle is essential.

What is the postcode for Balmattum? +

The postcode for Balmattum is 3666.

Is Balmattum a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Balmattum 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.