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Bridge Creek

VIC 3723 • Victoria

117
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
129.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Bridge Creek

Bridge Creek is a remote rural locality in northeastern Victoria's alpine foothills, positioned within the King Valley region under the Ovens Valley state electorate. With a population of 117 residents spread across approximately 129 square kilometres, it is one of Victoria's most sparsely settled localities, characterised by forested ridges, rugged bushland, and occasional farming properties on valley floors. The 42 dwellings reflect a widely dispersed rural community.

The surrounding region encompasses the scenic King Valley, celebrated for its Italian-influenced wineries, tobacco farming heritage, and access to the Victorian Alpine National Park. There are no commercial services within Bridge Creek itself; residents rely on nearby King Valley towns such as Whitfield or Moyhu for supplies, schools, and medical care. The locality appeals to those drawn to a remote rural or small-scale farming lifestyle immersed in the natural beauty of Victoria's north-east.

Bridge Creek falls under postcode 3723 and is governed by the Mansfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mansfield
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.89°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
129.25 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3723

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3723 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,391
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3723; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station Wangaratta (~50 km away)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Access via the Snow Road and Hume Freeway; car essential; nearest regional hub is Wangaratta

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services whatsoever; all errands require driving to King Valley towns or Wangaratta

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
117
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
118.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.9% 10yr Down 51.1%
Motor vehicle theft
72.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 20.9%
Non-FV assault
209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 16.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
182.3 / 100k
2yr Up 28.2% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mansfield →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bridge Creek known for? +

Bridge Creek is a sparsely settled rural locality in northeastern Victoria's alpine foothills, known for its rugged bushland, forested ridges, and proximity to the scenic King Valley wine and farming region.

How far is Bridge Creek from Melbourne? +

Bridge Creek is approximately 240 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Snow Road.

Does Bridge Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Bridge Creek. The nearest train station is Wangaratta, approximately 50 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Bridge Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bridge Creek has a population of 117 residents across approximately 42 dwellings, spread over 129 square kilometres of remote alpine country.

Is Bridge Creek a good place to live? +

Bridge Creek suits those seeking a remote rural or small-scale farming lifestyle in a dramatically scenic part of northeastern Victoria. It offers seclusion, natural beauty, and proximity to the King Valley region, but requires full car dependency and tolerance for limited local services.

What is the postcode for Bridge Creek? +

The postcode for Bridge Creek, Victoria is 3723.

Is Bridge Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bridge Creek is part of the Mansfield 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.