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Campbells Forest

VIC 3556 • Victoria

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuiet
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About Campbells Forest

Campbells Forest is a small rural locality in north-central Victoria, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of Bendigo within the Loddon Shire. Covering around 63.8 square kilometres of mixed farming and woodland country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 50 residents. The locality sits within the transitional zone between the goldfields and the Loddon Valley's farming country south of Bendigo, featuring cleared agricultural properties amid remnant ironbark and box woodland.

Bendigo, one of Victoria's largest and most vibrant regional cities, is within easy reach and provides a comprehensive range of retail, healthcare, education, arts, and entertainment. The surrounding district is rich in goldfields heritage, with historic townships, old mine sites, and the cultural depth of central Victoria's gold rush legacy. Campbells Forest suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within practical reach of Bendigo's excellent regional city amenities.

Campbells Forest falls under postcode 3556 and is governed by the Loddon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3556
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Loddon
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.66°, 144.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.81 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3556

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3556, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,547
Median 2023–24
$52,855
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,828

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3556; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
20 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for local travel N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
V/Line from Bendigo to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 1 hr 50 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 35 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Calder Highway provides good access to Melbourne; Bendigo is the nearest major rail and service city

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Campbells Forest has no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily errands, with Bendigo providing the nearest comprehensive facilities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
50
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
321.7 / 100k
2yr Up 55.8% 10yr Down 28.5%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Up 57.8% 10yr Up 269.5%
Non-FV assault
308.8 / 100k
2yr Up 117.5% 10yr Up 22.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
386 / 100k
2yr Up 99.4% 10yr Up 32.6%
View all offence subgroups for Loddon →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Campbells Forest known for? +

Campbells Forest is a quiet rural locality near Bendigo in Victoria's goldfields, known for its ironbark and box woodland setting among the mixed farming country of the Loddon Shire south of Bendigo.

How far is Campbells Forest from Bendigo? +

Campbells Forest is approximately 20 kilometres south of Bendigo, typically a 20 to 30 minute drive on goldfields country roads.

Does Campbells Forest have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Campbells Forest. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Bendigo (approximately 20 km), with regular trains to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Campbells Forest? +

According to the 2021 Census, Campbells Forest has a population of approximately 50 residents across its 63 square kilometre area in the Loddon Shire.

Is Campbells Forest a good place to live? +

Campbells Forest suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle near Bendigo, with the regional city's arts, dining, and comprehensive services accessible within half an hour.

What is the postcode for Campbells Forest? +

The postcode for Campbells Forest, VIC is 3556.

Is Campbells Forest a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Campbells Forest is part of the Loddon 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.