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Cosgrove South

VIC 3631 • Victoria

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
51.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Cosgrove South

Cosgrove South is a small rural locality in the Shepparton area of the Goulburn Valley Victoria, situated approximately 200 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 52 square kilometres of irrigation farming land near the Broken River.

The nearest town of Shepparton, approximately 25 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Goulburn Valley is Australia's food bowl, with Shepparton's processing facilities handling vast quantities of canned fruit and dairy products. There is no public transport serving Cosgrove South; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Cosgrove South falls under postcode 3631 and is governed by the Greater Shepparton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3631
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.43°, 145.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
51.94 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3631

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3631, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,479
Median 2023–24
$56,726
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,423

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3631; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Shepparton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.8%
Motor vehicle theft
341.7 / 100k
2yr Up 92.0% 10yr Up 49.2%
Non-FV assault
473.5 / 100k
2yr Up 11.4% 10yr Up 34.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
696.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Shepparton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cosgrove South known for? +

Cosgrove South is a quiet rural locality in the Shepparton area of the Goulburn Valley Victoria. The locality covers approximately 52 square kilometres of irrigation farming land near the Broken River.

How far is Cosgrove South from Melbourne CBD? +

Cosgrove South is approximately 200 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 3 to 3 hour drive.

Does Cosgrove South have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Cosgrove South. A private vehicle is essential, with Shepparton approximately 25 kilometres away.

What is the population of Cosgrove South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cosgrove South has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Shepparton area of the Goulburn Valley Victoria.

Is Cosgrove South a good place to live? +

Cosgrove South suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Shepparton area of the Goulburn Valley Victoria, with Shepparton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Cosgrove South? +

The postcode for Cosgrove South is 3631, covering this rural locality in the Shepparton area of the Goulburn Valley Victoria.

Is Cosgrove South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cosgrove South is part of the Greater Shepparton 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.