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Bimbourie

VIC 3533 • Victoria

11
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
45.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Bimbourie

Bimbourie is a remote and sparsely populated rural locality in north-western Victoria, situated in the Mallee region approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Ouyen and close to the South Australian border. With a population of just 11 at the 2021 Census, it is one of Victoria's smallest localities by population, covering around 45 square kilometres of flat, arid mallee scrubland. The locality falls within the Buloke Shire or Mildura Rural City area and is typical of the vast, quiet Mallee landscape that characterises this part of Victoria. The region experiences hot, dry summers and cool winters, with the economy centred on dryland farming — predominantly wheat and sheep grazing.

Life in Bimbourie is defined by the isolation and self-reliance inherent to remote Mallee farming communities. The locality has no townsite or commercial facilities, with residents relying on Ouyen (approximately 30 km) for all services including shops, schools, and healthcare. The Mallee Highway provides the main transport corridor through the region, connecting Bimbourie to Ouyen in the east and Pinnaroo (SA) to the west. The landscape, while stark, has a distinctive beauty appreciated by those drawn to big skies, open plains, and the solitude of the Australian outback.

Bimbourie falls under postcode 3533 and is governed by the Buloke Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3533
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Buloke
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.38°, 142.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
45.63 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3533

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3533 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$56,344
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$84,790

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3533; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No rail access; nearest V/Line station is Ouyen (~30 km)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4.5-5 hours via Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4.5 hours via Western Highway

🛣️ Extremely remote Mallee locality. All services via Ouyen. V/Line coach services available from Ouyen to Melbourne.

Walkability Car Dependent

Remote rural locality with no local amenities; car essential for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
11
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
152.9 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Up 823.6% 10yr Up 861.1%
Non-FV assault
152.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 220.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
543.8 / 100k
2yr Up 556.8% 10yr Up 127.8%
View all offence subgroups for Buloke →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bimbourie located? +

Bimbourie is a remote locality in north-western Victoria's Mallee region, approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Ouyen and close to the South Australian border. It lies along the Mallee Highway corridor.

What is the population of Bimbourie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bimbourie had a recorded population of just 11 people, making it one of Victoria's smallest localities. The area is dominated by large-scale dryland farming properties.

What farming is done in Bimbourie? +

The Bimbourie area is typical Mallee farming country, with the local economy based on dryland cropping (primarily wheat and barley) and sheep grazing on large station-style properties.

Is Bimbourie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bimbourie is part of the Buloke 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.