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Benloch

VIC 3435 • Victoria

138
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Benloch

Benloch is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated in the Macedon Ranges region within the Northern Victoria state electorate and the federal Division of Nicholls. With a 2021 Census population of 138 residents spread across approximately 21.6 square kilometres, Benloch is a quiet farming community characterised by open paddocks, native bushland patches, and traditional agricultural land use. The area lies roughly between Kyneton to the south and Romsey to the east, in a gently undulating rural landscape typical of the central Victorian highlands fringe.

Benloch offers a peaceful lifestyle for those who value wide open spaces and the character of regional Victoria, within accessible distance of the services and amenities of Kyneton and the Macedon Ranges township network. The broader region is well regarded for its cool-climate wine producers, heritage gold rush towns, and outdoor recreation including hiking in Macedon Regional Park. While Benloch itself has no commercial services, the area is convenient to Kyneton's thriving main street cafe and restaurant scene, and sits along the Calder Highway corridor offering reasonable freeway access towards Melbourne.

Benloch falls under postcode 3435 and is governed by the Macedon Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3435
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Macedon Ranges
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.18°, 144.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.61 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3435

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3435, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,519
Median 2023–24
$61,259
▲ 28.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,299

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3435; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Station
15 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No local bus services — Private vehicle required to Kyneton for train access approx. 15–20 min drive to Kyneton

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
Drive to Kyneton (~15 km), then approx. 1 hr by V/Line Bendigo Line to Southern Cross Station
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min via Calder Freeway (M79)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Calder Freeway (M79) is the main route to Melbourne. Kyneton Station offers V/Line services to Southern Cross Station in the Melbourne CBD.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops or services — all errands require driving, typically to Kyneton or Romsey.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
138
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
133.8 / 100k
2yr Down 30.6% 10yr Down 47.1%
Motor vehicle theft
166.8 / 100k
2yr Up 110.1% 10yr Up 173.0%
Non-FV assault
122.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.1%
View all offence subgroups for Macedon Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benloch known for? +

Benloch is a quiet rural locality in the Macedon Ranges region of Victoria, known for its open farmland, peaceful countryside, and proximity to the Calder Freeway corridor and the thriving heritage township of Kyneton.

How far is Benloch from Melbourne? +

Benloch is approximately 85 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's CBD, around a 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minute drive via the Calder Freeway (M79) depending on traffic conditions.

Does Benloch have public transport? +

Benloch has no direct bus or train services. The nearest V/Line train station is at Kyneton, approximately 15 kilometres away, where Bendigo Line services run regularly to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is required to access the station.

What is the population of Benloch? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 138 for Benloch, making it a very small rural community in Victoria's Macedon Ranges region.

Is Benloch a good place to live? +

Benloch suits people looking for a quiet rural lifestyle in central Victoria, with the convenience of the Calder Freeway providing access to Melbourne and the charming town of Kyneton nearby for daily services, cafes, and schools. It is particularly appealing to those seeking acreage or hobby farm properties in a scenic regional setting.

What is the postcode for Benloch? +

The postcode for Benloch is 3435.

Is Benloch a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Benloch is part of the Macedon Ranges 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.