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Cohuna

VIC 3568 • Rest of VIC

2,415
Population (2021)
$57,824
Median Household Income
161.34 km²
Area
$185/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversideAffordableCommunity-Oriented

About Cohuna

Cohuna is a small rural town located 274 kilometres north-west of Melbourne along the Murray Valley Highway in northern Victoria. The town has a population of approximately 2,415 and sits within the Shire of Gannawarra. Established during the 1870s as a farming settlement, Cohuna developed around the irrigation channels of the Gunbower Creek system.

Cohuna serves as a service centre for the surrounding dairy farming and irrigation district. The town features a hospital, primary and secondary schools, sporting clubs, and a historic main street with local shops. Gunbower Island State Forest, one of Australia's largest river red gum forests, lies nearby offering excellent fishing, camping, and birdwatching. The community is tight-knit with a strong agricultural identity and regular local events including the Cohuna Bridge-to-Bridge ski race on the Murray River.

Cohuna falls under postcode 3568 and is governed by Gannawarra Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3568
Urban Area
Castlemaine - Kerang
LGA / Council
Gannawarra
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.78°, 144.27°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
161.34 km²
Elevation
92m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Cohuna for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$320K
11 sales · ▼ 5.9% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$185
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$997
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
55 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.5%

26 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Echuca
65 km
V/Line Echuca line (Melbourne-Echuca)
Kerang
35 km
V/Line Swan Hill line (Melbourne-Swan Hill)

Bus Services

  • Cohuna-Kerang — Kerang 35 min
  • Cohuna-Echuca — Echuca 50 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
274 km
By Train
4h+ (via Kerang or Echuca)
By Car (Peak)
3h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h

🛣️ Remote rural town; nearest regional centres are Kerang (35km) and Echuca (65km)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small town centre is walkable but most residents rely on cars for daily needs and regional travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
192.4 / 100k
2yr Down 49.9% 10yr Down 45.0%
Motor vehicle theft
279 / 100k
2yr Up 142.3% 10yr Up 145.7%
Non-FV assault
259.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 71.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
298.3 / 100k
2yr Up 55.4% 10yr Up 26.1%
View all offence subgroups for Gannawarra →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,428
Census 2021
2,415
▼ 0.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,584
Personal Income 2021
$30,888
▲ 20.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$30,888 / yr
$594/wk
Household
$57,824 / yr
$1112/wk
Family
$75,504 / yr
$1452/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,080
Born Overseas 133

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 32
  • 2. India 20
  • 3. Philippines 14
  • 4. Netherlands 13
  • 5. New Zealand 8
  • 6. Canada 7
  • 7. Scotland 5
  • 8. Ireland 4
  • 9. Italy 4
  • 10. Germany 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,090
Australian 1,024
Irish 270
Scottish 256
German 86
Italian 52
Australian Aboriginal 43
Dutch 40
Indian 22
Filipino 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,893
Both parents born in Australia
182
Both parents born overseas
142
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.5%
No Religion
42.2%
Sikhism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
105 (4.3%)
5-14 years
235 (9.7%)
15-19 years
91 (3.8%)
20-24 years
86 (3.6%)
25-34 years
173 (7.2%)
35-44 years
218 (9.0%)
45-54 years
289 (12.0%)
55-64 years
345 (14.3%)
65-74 years
455 (18.8%)
75-84 years
301 (12.5%)
85+ years
132 (5.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cohuna known for? +

Cohuna is a small rural town located 274 kilometres north-west of Melbourne along the Murray Valley Highway in northern Victoria. Cohuna serves as a service centre for the surrounding dairy farming and irrigation district.

How far is Cohuna from Melbourne CBD? +

Cohuna is approximately 274 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, with a typical drive taking around 329-493 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Cohuna have public transport? +

Cohuna 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 Cohuna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cohuna has a population of approximately 2,415 residents, a modest but established community. The suburb falls within the Gannawarra (Shire) local government area.

Is Cohuna a good place to live? +

Cohuna offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local parks, shops, and community services. It suits a broad range of residents including families, professionals, and retirees looking for a connected and well-serviced neighbourhood.

What is the postcode for Cohuna? +

The postcode for Cohuna, VIC is 3568. This postcode covers Cohuna and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.

What is the average income in Cohuna? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Cohuna is about $594 per week (around $30,900 per year). The median household income is $1,112 per week and the median family income is $1,452 per week.

What is the median house price in Cohuna? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $320,000, down 5.9% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Cohuna? +

The median age in Cohuna is 55. The largest age group is 65–74 (455 residents, around 19%). Around 18% of residents are under 20 and about 37% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Cohuna a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cohuna is part of the Gannawarra 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.

How much is rent in Cohuna? +

In Cohuna, the median weekly rent is $185, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $997 (2021 Census).