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Carboor

VIC 3678 • Victoria

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
122.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalBushlandPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Carboor

Carboor is a small rural locality in the Upper Ovens Valley of north-east Victoria, located approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Wangaratta within the Rural City of Wangaratta local government area. Covering over 122 square kilometres of river valley farmland and hilly terrain along the Hurdle Creek catchment, Carboor is one of a string of quiet agricultural communities in the foothills of the Victorian Alps. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 97 residents, typical of the sparse settlement pattern in this productive but thinly populated farming district.

The locality is nestled in a scenic stretch of the Upper Ovens Valley, a region known for hazelnut and mixed nut farming, cattle and sheep grazing, viticulture, and horticulture. The Carboor Bobinawarrah Landcare Group supports sustainable land management across the local farms. The small community is served by the larger centres of Wangaratta and Milawa, which offer schools, shopping, health services, and the region's well-regarded food and wine scene. Carboor suits those seeking an agricultural lifestyle in a beautiful High Country valley setting, with Melbourne accessible in under three hours via the Hume Freeway.

Carboor 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
122.69 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 Station
35 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No direct bus service — Wangaratta (nearest hub) Approx. 35-40 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
250 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta Station (approx. 35 km), then V/Line approx. 2 hr 45 min to Melbourne Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 2 hr 50 min

🛣️ Car is essential for local travel; Wangaratta is the nearest major service and rail hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Carboor is a rural farming locality with no local shops or services — a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 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 Carboor. 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 Carboor known for? +

Carboor is known for its scenic Upper Ovens Valley setting and its role in the region's agricultural economy, particularly hazelnut and nut farming, cattle and sheep grazing, and mixed horticulture. The area is part of one of Australia's largest hazelnut growing regions in the Ovens and King Valleys.

How far is Carboor from Wangaratta? +

Carboor is approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Wangaratta, a drive of around 35–40 minutes via local rural roads.

Does Carboor have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport to Carboor. The nearest train station is Wangaratta (approx. 35 km away) on the V/Line North East Line. A private car is essential for all travel to and from the locality.

What is the population of Carboor? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carboor has a population of 97 residents spread across approximately 36 dwellings, reflecting its character as a very small rural farming community in the Wangaratta hinterland.

Is Carboor a good place to live? +

Carboor suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a beautiful High Country valley setting, with access to the Ovens Valley's food, wine, and outdoor recreation scene. It is best suited to farming families or those who are self-reliant and comfortable with limited local services.

What is the postcode for Carboor? +

The postcode for Carboor, Victoria is 3678, which it shares with Wangaratta and several other localities in the Rural City of Wangaratta.

Is Carboor a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Carboor 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.