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Dockers Plains

VIC 3678 • Victoria

59
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
39.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine RegionFarmingQuiet
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About Dockers Plains

Dockers Plains is a small rural locality in the Wangaratta Rural City area of north-east Victoria, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Wangaratta. With a population of around 59 residents across 40 square kilometres, it is a quiet farming district in the fertile King Valley foothills. The area sits at the edge of Victoria's renowned wine and gourmet food region.

The Dockers Plains area is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and mixed farming operations that characterise the King Valley and Milawa gourmet region. Residents enjoy proximity to the celebrated food and wine trail, with cellar doors and farm gates nearby. Daily services are accessed in Wangaratta or the smaller town of Milawa. The locality appeals to those seeking a rural retreat with gourmet lifestyle benefits in one of Victoria's most picturesque agricultural regions.

Dockers Plains falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.87 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3678

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3678 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,966
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,461

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3678; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Railway Station
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach — Wangaratta / Melbourne 20 min to Wangaratta

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
235 km
By Train
2.5-3 hours (V/Line from Wangaratta)
By Bus
3+ hours
By Car (Peak)
2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Nearest city is Wangaratta (15 km). The Hume Freeway provides good road access to Melbourne.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural farming locality with no local amenities; Wangaratta is the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
59
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dockers Plains known for? +

Dockers Plains is a sparsely populated rural locality in VIC. It is primarily recognised as a geographic or administrative area rather than a developed residential suburb.

How far is Dockers Plains from Melbourne CBD? +

Dockers Plains is approximately 184 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. The drive typically takes 2.5 hours outside peak hours, though most residents use local regional centres rather than commuting to the capital CBD.

Does Dockers Plains have public transport? +

Public transport in Dockers Plains is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections to major centres are infrequent or unavailable. A private vehicle is strongly recommended.

What is the population of Dockers Plains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dockers Plains has a population of approximately 59 residents. This makes it one of the smaller localities in VIC.

Is Dockers Plains a good place to live? +

Dockers Plains is suited to those seeking a very quiet, remote rural setting. With minimal infrastructure and services, it appeals primarily to those with lifestyle blocks or agricultural interests.

What is the postcode for Dockers Plains? +

The postcode for Dockers Plains, VIC is 3678.

Is Dockers Plains a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dockers Plains is part of the Wangaratta 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.