Buckland
VIC 3740 • Victoria
About Buckland
Buckland is a small rural locality in the Ovens Valley region of north-eastern Victoria, situated approximately 50 kilometres south-east of Wangaratta and 300 kilometres from Melbourne. With a population of just 156 residents across a vast 379 square kilometres of mountain and valley terrain, Buckland is defined by its spectacular Alpine landscapes, including the Buckland River and surrounding ranges. The area falls within the electorate of Indi and is known for its scenic beauty and tranquil rural character.
Life in Buckland revolves around the natural environment — the Buckland River is popular for trout fishing, swimming, and bushwalking, and the valley attracts visitors seeking solitude among towering mountain ash forests. The community is small and tight-knit, with most residents involved in farming, tourism, or working in nearby towns such as Bright and Wangaratta. Buckland has no major commercial centre; residents travel to Bright (approximately 25 km) for shopping, schools, and services.
Buckland falls under postcode 3740 and is governed by the Alpine 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
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 3740
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3740, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3740; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; Hume Freeway via Wangaratta
Rural locality — car essential for all trips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Martley Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Alpine Local Government Area, which contains Buckland. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria