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Chewton Bushlands

VIC 3451 • Victoria

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
BushlandSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Chewton Bushlands

Chewton Bushlands is a very small rural locality in the Mount Alexander Shire of central Victoria, situated approximately 5 kilometres north of Chewton and roughly 10 kilometres east of Castlemaine. Covering just 1.5 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact localities in the Castlemaine goldfields region, with a 2021 Census population of approximately 50 residents. The locality is nestled within the ironbark and box woodland bushland of the Victorian goldfields, a landscape shaped by the region's gold rush heritage and subsequent natural regeneration.

Castlemaine, the artistic heart of the Mount Alexander Shire and home to the biennial Castlemaine State Festival, provides a rich range of cafes, galleries, shops, schools, and community services within a very short drive. The Mount Alexander region is one of central Victoria's most sought-after tree-change destinations, attracting creative professionals, artists, and those seeking a bush lifestyle within reach of Melbourne. Chewton Bushlands offers an intimate bushland setting within one of Victoria's most vibrant and culturally rich regional communities.

Chewton Bushlands falls under postcode 3451 and is governed by the Mount Alexander Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3451
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mount Alexander
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.13°, 144.21°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.48 km²
Population Density
34 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3451

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3451, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,632
Median 2023–24
$51,501
▲ 20.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,269

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3451; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Castlemaine Station
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

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

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
V/Line from Castlemaine to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 1 hr 25 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 25 min - 1 hr 55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Calder Highway provides good access; Castlemaine is the nearest rail town and service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Chewton Bushlands has no local services; a short drive to Castlemaine is needed for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 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 Mount Alexander Local Government Area, which contains Chewton Bushlands. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
304.2 / 100k
2yr Up 56.5% 10yr Down 14.6%
Motor vehicle theft
118.8 / 100k
2yr Up 22.2% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
232.9 / 100k
2yr Up 65.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
313.7 / 100k
2yr Up 43.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mount Alexander →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chewton Bushlands known for? +

Chewton Bushlands is a small bushland community near Castlemaine, known for its intimate ironbark and box woodland setting within the culturally vibrant Mount Alexander Shire of central Victoria's goldfields.

How far is Chewton Bushlands from Melbourne? +

Chewton Bushlands is approximately 120 kilometres north of Melbourne, typically a 1 hour 15 minute to 1 hour 55 minute drive via the Calder Highway.

Does Chewton Bushlands have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Chewton Bushlands. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Castlemaine (approximately 10 km), with trains connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Chewton Bushlands? +

According to the 2021 Census, Chewton Bushlands has a population of approximately 50 residents in its compact 1.5 square kilometre area near Castlemaine.

Is Chewton Bushlands a good place to live? +

Chewton Bushlands is ideal for those seeking a quiet bushland lifestyle near Castlemaine's celebrated arts scene and community, with Melbourne accessible via V/Line rail from Castlemaine.

What is the postcode for Chewton Bushlands? +

The postcode for Chewton Bushlands, VIC is 3451.

Is Chewton Bushlands a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chewton Bushlands is part of the Mount Alexander 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.