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Beverford

VIC 3590 • Victoria

337
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
32.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Beverford

Beverford is a small rural locality situated in the Sunraysia and Mallee region of north-western Victoria, within the Swan Hill Rural City Council local government area. Covering approximately 32.6 square kilometres, it lies near the Murray River corridor between the townships of Swan Hill and the Victorian–New South Wales border. The locality supports a predominantly agricultural community, with irrigated horticulture, viticulture, and broad-acre farming characterising the surrounding landscape.

The nearest significant centre is Swan Hill, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-west, which provides a full range of retail, medical, and educational services for Beverford residents. The Murray River region offers opportunities for fishing, water sports, and nature-based tourism, and the wider Mallee landscape is known for its wide-open skies and unhurried rural pace. Beverford suits those with a connection to the land seeking a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle in regional Victoria.

Beverford falls under postcode 3590 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3590
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.24°, 143.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.63 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Swan Hill
15 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Swan Hill 20-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
335 km
By Train
No direct train service; Swan Hill rail station approx. 15 km away
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3-3.5 hr

🛣️ A car is essential; Calder Highway provides the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no commercial services on-site; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
337
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beverford known for? +

Beverford is known as a quiet agricultural locality in the Murray River region, with surrounding properties used for irrigated horticulture and broad-acre farming in the Mallee and Sunraysia landscape.

How far is Beverford from Melbourne? +

Beverford is approximately 335 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 3.5 to 4 hours via the Calder Highway.

Does Beverford have public transport? +

Public transport options are very limited in Beverford. The nearest train station is at Swan Hill, approximately 15 kilometres away. A car is essential for all travel in the area.

What is the population of Beverford? +

According to the 2021 Census, Beverford has a population of approximately 337 residents, reflecting its character as a small, dispersed rural locality.

Is Beverford a good place to live? +

Beverford suits people who value a quiet rural lifestyle with space and connection to the land. It offers proximity to the Murray River and Swan Hill's services, though amenities are only accessible by car.

What is the postcode for Beverford? +

The postcode for Beverford, Victoria is 3590.