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Birdwoodton

VIC 3505 • Victoria

748
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralAffordable
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About Birdwoodton

Birdwoodton is a small agricultural locality on the south-eastern fringe of Mildura in far north-west Victoria, approximately 540 kilometres from Melbourne within the Mildura Rural City Council area. With a population of around 748 residents spread across just over 12 square kilometres, it forms part of the irrigated farming belt that defines the Sunraysia region. The locality has a modest median income reflecting its rural working character, with dwellings set among low-density residential and rural-residential land.

The area benefits from close proximity to Mildura, which provides the full range of urban services including shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and recreational facilities just a short drive away. The broader Sunraysia region is renowned for citrus fruit, table grapes, almonds, and wine production, and many residents are connected to agriculture or horticulture in some form. With the Murray River, Mildura's café strip, and Sunraysia's wine trails all within easy reach, Birdwoodton offers a relaxed rural lifestyle on the edge of a regional hub.

Birdwoodton falls under postcode 3505 and is governed by the Mildura Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3505
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mildura
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.18°, 142.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.41 km²
Population Density
60 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3505

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3505, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,053
Median 2023–24
$49,842
▲ 18.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,740

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3505; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) 7–8 hours

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach from Mildura takes approximately 7–8 hours
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hours

🛣️ Mildura Airport offers daily flights to Melbourne (approx. 1 hour). Car is the primary transport option locally.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no footpath infrastructure; all daily errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
748
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
502.2 / 100k
2yr Down 22.9% 10yr Down 46.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.1 / 100k
2yr Down 24.4% 10yr Up 11.5%
Non-FV assault
445.2 / 100k
2yr Down 10.1% 10yr Up 21.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 88.6%
Steal from vehicle
633.3 / 100k
2yr Down 12.8% 10yr Down 19.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mildura →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birdwoodton known for? +

Birdwoodton is part of the Sunraysia irrigation district in far north-west Victoria, an area renowned for its production of citrus fruit, table grapes, almonds, and wine. The locality sits on the fringe of Mildura, the region's major service and commercial centre.

How far is Birdwoodton from Melbourne? +

Birdwoodton is approximately 540 kilometres north-west of Melbourne via the Calder and Sunraysia Highways, making it roughly a 5.5 to 6 hour drive. Mildura Airport offers daily flights that reduce travel time to around one hour.

Does Birdwoodton have public transport? +

There is no train service to Mildura or Birdwoodton. V/Line operates coach services connecting Mildura to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station, though the journey takes around 7–8 hours. A private vehicle is essential for local travel.

What is the population of Birdwoodton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Birdwoodton has a population of approximately 748 residents, living across around 224 dwellings in a compact 12 square kilometre area.

Is Birdwoodton a good place to live? +

Birdwoodton suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with easy access to a regional city. Mildura's shops, schools, hospital, and recreational facilities are only a short drive away, while the surrounding Sunraysia region offers a distinctive agricultural and riverside character.

What is the postcode for Birdwoodton? +

Birdwoodton's postcode is 3505, shared with Mildura and surrounding localities in the Sunraysia region of north-west Victoria.

Is Birdwoodton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Birdwoodton is part of the Mildura 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.