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Colignan

VIC 3494 • Victoria

305
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
88.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutbackAffordable
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About Colignan

Colignan is a sparse rural locality in the Mildura Rural City Council area of north-western Victoria, situated approximately 43 kilometres south-east of Mildura in the Murray region. Covering a large area of nearly 89 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by open agricultural land typical of the Sunraysia district, including dryland farming, irrigated horticulture, and mallee scrubland. With a small population of around 305, Colignan is a quiet, dispersed community with strong ties to the region's agricultural heritage.

The locality offers a remote rural lifestyle with residents relying almost entirely on Mildura for all major services, shopping, schools, and medical facilities. Mildura is the regional hub of north-western Victoria and offers a full range of urban amenities, an airport, and regional transport connections. Colignan itself is predominantly a farming district with little retail or community infrastructure, making it well-suited to those who value wide open spaces, solitude, and a close connection to the land.

Colignan falls under postcode 3494 and is governed by the Mildura Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3494
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mildura
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.49°, 142.35°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
88.69 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3494

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3494 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,128
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,019

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3494; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Mildura approx. 45 min by road

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
No direct service; V/Line operates limited Mildura coach services but none to Colignan
By Car (Peak)
5h 30min - 6h
By Car (Off-Peak)
5h - 5h 30min

🛣️ Extremely remote; Mildura is the practical regional centre at ~43km. Mildura Airport offers flights to Melbourne.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Colignan is a dispersed farming locality with no retail, services, or footpaths; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
305
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
502.2 / 100k
2yr Down 22.9% 10yr Down 46.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.1 / 100k
2yr Down 24.4% 10yr Up 11.5%
Non-FV assault
445.2 / 100k
2yr Down 10.1% 10yr Up 21.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 88.6%
Steal from vehicle
633.3 / 100k
2yr Down 12.8% 10yr Down 19.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mildura →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colignan known for? +

Colignan is known as a quiet rural farming locality in the Sunraysia district of north-western Victoria. The area is characterised by dryland agriculture, irrigated horticulture, and mallee scrubland typical of the wider Mildura region.

How far is Colignan from Mildura? +

Colignan is approximately 43 kilometres south-east of Mildura, the nearest regional centre, which is about a 40 to 45 minute drive.

Does Colignan have public transport? +

Colignan has no regular public transport services. The nearest transport options are in Mildura, which has limited V/Line coach services and Mildura Airport for flights to Melbourne. A car is essential.

What is the population of Colignan? +

Colignan has a small population of approximately 305 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across a large area of nearly 89 square kilometres within the Mildura Rural City Council.

Is Colignan a good place to live? +

Colignan suits people who are drawn to remote rural life, farming, and wide open spaces. It is far from urban conveniences, so residents must be comfortable travelling to Mildura for all services, shopping, and social activities.

What is the postcode for Colignan? +

The postcode for Colignan, Victoria is 3494, shared with nearby localities including Carwarp, Iraak, and Nangiloc.

Is Colignan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Colignan is part of the Mildura 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.