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Boorhaman

VIC 3678 • Victoria

135
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
92.14 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversideQuiet
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About Boorhaman

Boorhaman is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Wangaratta, situated in north-eastern Victoria approximately 272 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 19 kilometres north of Wangaratta. Set on the Ovens River plain with a state forest nearby, Boorhaman encompasses a wide area of flat, productive agricultural land typical of the Ovens Valley. The locality has a small resident population of around 135 people living across rural properties and farming holdings.

The nearby city of Wangaratta — around 19 kilometres to the south — provides residents with the full range of services including supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and cultural facilities such as the Wangaratta Jazz Festival, one of Australia's premier jazz events. The Ovens River and surrounding state forests offer opportunities for fishing, bushwalking, and outdoor recreation. Boorhaman appeals to those who value the tranquillity of rural north-eastern Victoria while remaining within reasonable distance of regional services.

Boorhaman falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
92.14 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3678

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3678 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,966
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,461

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3678; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
19 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Wangaratta Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
272 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta station (~19 km), then V/Line train approx. 2 hr 30 min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) accessible near Wangaratta. Car is essential for local travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Boorhaman is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable services — all errands require a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
135
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boorhaman known for? +

Boorhaman is a quiet rural locality in the Wangaratta region, known for its flat Ovens River plain landscape, nearby state forest, and proximity to the Wangaratta community with its renowned annual jazz festival.

How far is Boorhaman from Melbourne CBD? +

Boorhaman is approximately 272 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2 hour 45 minute to 3 hour drive via the Hume Freeway (M31).

Does Boorhaman have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport in Boorhaman. The nearest V/Line train station is at Wangaratta (approximately 19 km away), with services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station taking around 2.5 hours. A car is essential.

What is the population of Boorhaman? +

Boorhaman has a population of approximately 135 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the smaller rural localities in the Wangaratta region.

Is Boorhaman a good place to live? +

Boorhaman offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in the scenic north-east of Victoria, close enough to Wangaratta for everyday services while enjoying the wide open spaces and natural character of the Ovens River plain.

What is the postcode for Boorhaman? +

The postcode for Boorhaman is 3678.

Is Boorhaman a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boorhaman is part of the Wangaratta 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.