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Colbinabbin

VIC 3559 • Victoria

285
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
152.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHistoricCommuter Belt
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About Colbinabbin

Colbinabbin is a small rural town in the Shire of Campaspe in northern Victoria, located approximately 151 kilometres north of Melbourne and 59 kilometres north-east of Bendigo, on the banks of Cornella Creek. With a population of 285 at the 2021 Census, it is a compact agricultural community set within a broad wheat and sheep-farming landscape. The town's name is derived from a Ngurai-illamwurrung word meaning "the meeting of the black and red soils", reflecting the rich and varied farmland of the Campaspe district.

Colbinabbin has a small but close-knit community, centred on the historic Colbinabbin Hotel and local amenities including a primary school and general facilities. The town is surrounded by dryland cropping farms and pastoral properties characteristic of central Victoria's Murray Plains. Rochester, approximately 30 kilometres to the north-west, is the nearest significant service town, while Echuca is accessible for larger shopping and medical needs. The area suits those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle in a quiet, traditional farming community.

Colbinabbin falls under postcode 3559 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3559
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.57°, 144.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
152.58 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3559

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3559 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$48,400
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,120

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3559; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited school bus services — Local school runs only N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
151 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Elmore or Rochester for V/Line connections to Melbourne (approx 2.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 35 min – 1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Bendigo is the nearest major city (59 km south); Rochester and Echuca are closest service centres

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural town with minimal local services; a car is essential for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
285
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colbinabbin known for? +

Colbinabbin is a small farming town known for its traditional rural character and surrounding wheat and pastoral country in the Campaspe Shire. Its name, derived from a Ngurai-illamwurrung word meaning "the meeting of the black and red soils", reflects the area's distinctive agricultural landscape.

How far is Colbinabbin from Melbourne? +

Colbinabbin is approximately 151 kilometres north of Melbourne, around a 1 hour 45 minute drive via the Calder or Northern Highway.

Does Colbinabbin have public transport? +

Colbinabbin has no direct rail or bus service. The nearest V/Line station is at Elmore, approximately 24 kilometres to the west. A car is essential for getting around the region.

What is the population of Colbinabbin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Colbinabbin has a population of 285 residents, making it one of the smaller towns in the Campaspe Shire.

Is Colbinabbin a good place to live? +

Colbinabbin offers a genuinely rural lifestyle for those who appreciate quiet farming communities, affordable land, and open landscapes. Rochester and Echuca provide the nearest schools, shops, and medical services, so residents need a car for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Colbinabbin? +

The postcode for Colbinabbin, VIC is 3559.

Is Colbinabbin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Colbinabbin is part of the Campaspe 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.