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Barmah

VIC 3639 • Victoria

229
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
144.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideBushlandRemoteQuiet
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About Barmah

Barmah is a small rural locality on the banks of the Murray River in northern Victoria, approximately 225 kilometres north of Melbourne within the Moira Shire local government area. The township sits on the southern edge of Barmah National Park, home to the world's largest river red gum forest — a landscape of deep ecological and cultural significance on Yorta Yorta Country. The area is sparsely populated and covers a large footprint of around 145 square kilometres, reflecting its predominantly natural and agricultural character.

The locality draws visitors year-round for bushwalking, birdwatching, fishing, and canoeing along the Murray River and its floodplain wetlands, with Barmah National Park offering a network of tracks and camping areas. The nearby town of Echuca–Moama provides the closest major services, roughly 35 kilometres to the west. Barmah appeals to those seeking a peaceful, nature-immersed lifestyle well away from city pressures, with a strong connection to the river and the land.

Barmah falls under postcode 3639 and is governed by the Moira 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
3639
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.02°, 145.05°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
144.76 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3639

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3639 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,552
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,626

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3639; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Echuca / Shepparton Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
225 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Murray Valley Highway; nearest major town is Echuca (~35 km)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Barmah has no retail or commercial services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
229
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barmah known for? +

Barmah is best known for its proximity to Barmah National Park, which contains the world's largest river red gum forest. The area is a haven for birdwatching, fishing, canoeing, and bushwalking along the Murray River floodplain, and holds deep cultural significance for the Yorta Yorta people.

How far is Barmah from Melbourne CBD? +

Barmah is approximately 225 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Murray Valley Highway.

Does Barmah have public transport? +

Public transport in Barmah is extremely limited. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is in Echuca, roughly 35 kilometres to the west. A car is essential for daily life in Barmah.

What is the population of Barmah? +

Barmah is a very small locality with a population recorded at approximately 229 at the 2021 Census, spread across a large area of around 145 square kilometres.

Is Barmah a good place to live? +

Barmah suits those who value a remote, nature-connected lifestyle on the Murray River, with extraordinary natural surroundings and a quiet community atmosphere. It is not suited to those who rely on urban services or public transport.

What is the postcode for Barmah? +

The postcode for Barmah, VIC is 3639.

Is Barmah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Barmah is part of the Moira 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.