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Castella

VIC 3777 • Victoria

257
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandSemi-RuralQuietYarra Ranges
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About Castella

Castella is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated at the intersection of the Melba Highway and Healesville–Kinglake Road, approximately 70 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD, within the Murrindindi Shire Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 257 residents across 17 square kilometres of hilly, forested terrain on the fringe of the Yarra Ranges, the locality has long been associated with the Castella Quarries, which produce sandstone and crushed rock from the area's distinctive geology. The median income reflects a rural working and lifestyle community with modest earnings.

Perched between the Kinglake Ranges to the north and the Yarra Valley to the south, Castella sits in a picturesque bushland corridor that attracts acreage buyers and lifestyle block seekers drawn by natural beauty and rural quietude. The nearby township of Healesville, around 15 kilometres to the south, provides supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and the famous Healesville Sanctuary wildlife park, while Kinglake and Yea offer additional services. The Melba Highway passes through Castella and provides a scenic if winding route into Melbourne. This locality suits those wanting a genuine rural lifestyle within a manageable distance of the city.

Castella falls under postcode 3777 and is governed by the Murrindindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3777
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.61°, 145.51°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.31 km²
Population Density
15 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3777

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3777, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,476
Median 2023–24
$54,029
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,275

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3777; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct train service; Lilydale station (~45 km) provides Lilydale Line to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60–80 min

🛣️ Melba Highway is the main route to Melbourne; road through ranges can be slow in peak periods

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Castella has no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Healesville or Kinglake

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
257
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
235.7 / 100k
2yr Up 25.9% 10yr Down 36.3%
Motor vehicle theft
101.9 / 100k
2yr Up 21.4% 10yr Down 20.4%
Non-FV assault
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
203.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Murrindindi →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Castella known for? +

Castella is known locally for the Castella Quarries, which have long produced sandstone and crushed rock from the locality's geology, and for its position at the junction of the Melba Highway and Healesville–Kinglake Road. The surrounding forested hillsides and proximity to the Yarra Ranges make it a popular area for acreage and lifestyle properties.

How far is Castella from Melbourne? +

Castella is approximately 70 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD, a drive of around 60 to 80 minutes via the Melba Highway depending on traffic and road conditions through the ranges.

Does Castella have public transport? +

Castella has no rail service and no regular public bus routes. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles; Healesville, about 15 kilometres to the south, is the nearest town with broader services and occasional bus links to Melbourne.

What is the population of Castella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Castella has a population of 257 residents across approximately 17 square kilometres of rural and forested land in the Murrindindi Shire.

Is Castella a good place to live? +

Castella suits those seeking a quiet, nature-filled rural lifestyle within reasonable distance of Melbourne, surrounded by bushland and the scenic Yarra Ranges. It offers space, privacy, and natural beauty, though limited local services mean a car is essential and nearby Healesville or Kinglake is needed for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Castella? +

Castella's postcode is 3777, which it shares with surrounding localities including Toolangi, Healesville area, and parts of the Murrindindi Shire in north-eastern Victoria.

Is Castella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Castella is part of the Murrindindi 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.