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Cheshunt South

VIC 3678 • Victoria

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Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
54.30 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Cheshunt South

Cheshunt South is a quiet rural locality nestled in the upper King Valley of north-east Victoria, approximately 260 kilometres from Melbourne and close to Cheshunt village. Covering around 54 square kilometres of rugged mountain country, it sits near the edge of Alpine National Park and shares postcode 3678 with the broader Cheshunt area. The locality records no permanent population in the 2021 census, functioning instead as agricultural and pastoral land in the Rural City of Wangaratta.

The surrounding King Valley region is renowned for its cool-climate wineries, tobacco-farm history, and outdoor recreation. Visitors and locals enjoy access to Lake William Hovell for fishing, the Alpine National Park trails for bushwalking and four-wheel driving, and the scenic Whitfield valley drives. The nearest service town is Whitfield, with Wangaratta providing full regional services about 59 kilometres to the north.

Cheshunt South 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
54.30 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
59 km
Albury line (Melbourne–Albury)

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Wangaratta via Whitfield approx. 75 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
262 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta (~55 min), then train to Southern Cross (~2h 30 min)
By Bus
No direct service
By Car (Peak)
approx. 3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 2h 45 min

🛣️ Remote alpine locality; car is the primary mode of transport

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural with no footpaths or public amenities within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
0
▲ 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 Cheshunt South. 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 Cheshunt South known for? +

Cheshunt South is a quiet rural locality nestled in the upper King Valley of north-east Victoria, approximately 260 kilometres from Melbourne and close to Cheshunt village. The surrounding King Valley region is renowned for its cool-climate wineries, tobacco-farm history, and outdoor recreation.

How far is Cheshunt South from Melbourne CBD? +

Cheshunt South is approximately 260 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, with a typical drive taking around 312-468 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Cheshunt South have public transport? +

Cheshunt South has limited public transport options. V/Line coach services connect some regional towns, but a car is the most practical way to get around in this area.

What is the population of Cheshunt South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cheshunt South has a population of approximately a small number of residents, one of the smallest localities in the area. The suburb falls within the VIC local government area.

Is Cheshunt South a good place to live? +

Cheshunt South suits those who prefer a quiet rural lifestyle away from urban areas. It offers open spaces and a close-knit community but limited local services — a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Cheshunt South? +

The postcode for Cheshunt South, VIC is 3678. This postcode covers Cheshunt South and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.

Is Cheshunt South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cheshunt South 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.