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Darraweit Guim

VIC 3756 • Victoria

402
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
71.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter BeltLeafy
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About Darraweit Guim

Darraweit Guim is a rural locality in the Shire of Macedon Ranges, situated approximately 53 kilometres north of Melbourne near the boundary with the Shire of Mitchell. The locality sits alongside Deep Creek at an elevation of around 306 metres and had a population of 402 at the 2021 Census, spread across nearly 72 square kilometres of agricultural and bushland terrain. It is a quiet, semi-rural community positioned between the towns of Kilmore (13 km to the north-east) and Sunbury (35 km to the south-west).

Darraweit Guim retains a genuine country village character with a bluestone Uniting Church, a local hall, Country Fire Authority (CFA) station, and tennis courts that serve as the heart of community life. Deep Creek, which flows through the locality, adds to its scenic bushland appeal and is known to support platypus in its waterways. The surrounding Macedon Ranges landscape and proximity to the Hume Freeway make the locality accessible to those seeking a rural lifestyle within commuting reach of Melbourne, with Kilmore and Wallan providing the nearest shopping and rail connections.

Darraweit Guim 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
71.79 km²
Population Density
6 /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
18 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Kilmore / Wallan Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
53 km
By Train
Drive to Wallan station (~18 km), then approximately 50–60 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Seymour Line
By Car (Peak)
55–80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) provides the main road link to Melbourne; Kilmore is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily errands require a car; the village has a hall and church but no shops or commercial services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
402
▲ 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 Darraweit Guim. 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 Darraweit Guim known for? +

Darraweit Guim is known for its peaceful rural character in the Macedon Ranges, with Deep Creek flowing through the locality — home to platypus — a historic bluestone Uniting Church, and a close-knit community centred around the local hall and CFA station.

How far is Darraweit Guim from Melbourne CBD? +

Darraweit Guim is approximately 53 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, typically a 45–80 minute drive via the Hume Freeway, making it one of the closer rural localities to Melbourne in the Macedon Ranges area.

Does Darraweit Guim have public transport? +

Darraweit Guim has no direct public transport. Residents drive to Wallan station (approximately 18 km away) for V/Line trains to Melbourne, making a car essential for commuting.

What is the population of Darraweit Guim? +

According to the 2021 Census, Darraweit Guim has a population of 402 residents across a large area of approximately 72 square kilometres, reflecting its low-density rural character.

Is Darraweit Guim a good place to live? +

Darraweit Guim is well suited to those who want a genuinely rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of Melbourne, with scenic Macedon Ranges landscapes, Deep Creek, and a friendly village atmosphere. It requires private transport for all daily needs, with Kilmore and Wallan providing the closest shops and services.

What is the postcode for Darraweit Guim? +

The postcode for Darraweit Guim is 3756, in the Shire of Macedon Ranges, Victoria.

Is Darraweit Guim a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Darraweit Guim 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.