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Chintin

VIC 3756 • Victoria

111
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
28.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCommuter BeltAffordable
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About Chintin

Chintin is a small rural locality in Victoria, situated approximately 55 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD on the urban fringe of the state's north-central highlands. With a population of 111 residents spread across 28 square kilometres, Chintin falls within the federal electorate of McEwen and the state electorate of Yan Yean. The area is characterised by open grazing land and rural properties typical of Victoria's transitional zone between the Greater Melbourne urban fringe and the Great Dividing Range foothills.

Life in Chintin revolves around rural pursuits, with residents relying on nearby townships such as Wallan and Kilmore for essential services, schooling, and shopping. The Hume Freeway corridor is accessible from the locality, providing a direct route to Melbourne and regional centres to the north. Chintin's quiet, semi-rural character and relatively modest land values appeal to those seeking an acreage lifestyle within commuting distance of the city.

Chintin falls under postcode 3756 and is governed by the Macedon Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of McEwen, while state elections fall under the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3756
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Macedon Ranges
Federal Electorate
McEwen
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.41°, 144.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.09 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3756

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3756, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,704
Median 2023–24
$58,796
▲ 16.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,992

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3756; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wallan
5 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Kilmore / Wallan Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
Drive to Wallan station, then ~55 min by V/Line to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
55-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) is the main arterial road north to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Chintin has no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
111
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
133.8 / 100k
2yr Down 30.6% 10yr Down 47.1%
Motor vehicle theft
166.8 / 100k
2yr Up 110.1% 10yr Up 173.0%
Non-FV assault
122.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.1%
View all offence subgroups for Macedon Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chintin known for? +

Chintin is a small rural locality known for its open farming land and quiet acreage lifestyle on Melbourne's northern fringe. It sits in a transitional zone between the city's outer suburbs and the Great Dividing Range foothills.

How far is Chintin from Melbourne CBD? +

Chintin is approximately 55 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, making it a 45–80 minute drive depending on traffic via the Hume Freeway.

Does Chintin have public transport? +

Chintin has very limited public transport. The nearest V/Line train station is Wallan, approximately 5 kilometres away, which offers services to Melbourne's Southern Cross station. A car is essential for daily life in Chintin.

What is the population of Chintin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Chintin has a population of 111 residents, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Chintin a good place to live? +

Chintin suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with access to the Hume Freeway corridor for commuting to Melbourne. It offers affordable acreage living but requires a car for all essential services, which are available in nearby Wallan and Kilmore.

What is the postcode for Chintin? +

The postcode for Chintin, Victoria is 3756.

Is Chintin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chintin is part of the Macedon Ranges 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.