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Drummond

VIC 3461 • Victoria

294
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLeafyQuietSemi-Rural
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About Drummond

Drummond is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the Macedon Ranges and approximately 90 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. The locality falls within the Macedon Ranges Shire Council area, a region renowned for its native forests, cool-climate landscapes, and proximity to iconic attractions such as Hanging Rock. With a population of around 294 residents recorded at the 2021 Census and an area of approximately 34 square kilometres, Drummond retains a quiet, semi-rural character defined by rolling hills, open farmland, and scattered rural properties.

The Macedon Ranges region is celebrated for its artisan food and wine producers, farmers' markets, and vibrant arts scene, and Drummond benefits from this broader regional identity. The nearby towns of Kyneton and Daylesford provide access to cafes, boutique shopping, galleries, and essential services, including schooling and medical facilities. The locality appeals strongly to those seeking a tree change from Melbourne, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle with relatively easy access to the city via the Calder Freeway. The surrounding landscape of the Macedon Ranges supports bushwalking, cycling, and an active outdoor community.

Drummond falls under postcode 3461 and is governed by the Hepburn Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3461
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hepburn
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.29°, 144.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
33.83 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3461

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3461 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,694
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,987

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3461; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Railway Station
18 km
Car required

Bus Services

  • Limited V/Line coach services — Kyneton / Melbourne Kyneton approx 20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Nearest station is Kyneton (~18km); V/Line Bendigo Line to Southern Cross approx 70 min
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.5 hrs

🛣️ Access via Calder Freeway. Kyneton and Daylesford are the nearest service towns.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no walkable village centre; car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
294
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
324.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.4%
Motor vehicle theft
200.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.8% 10yr Down 35.2%
Non-FV assault
165 / 100k
2yr Up 31.0% 10yr Up 34.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
683.7 / 100k
2yr Up 119.2% 10yr Up 37.8%
View all offence subgroups for Hepburn →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drummond known for? +

Drummond is a quiet rural locality in the Macedon Ranges, known for its peaceful landscape of rolling hills and bushland. The broader Macedon Ranges region — which includes nearby Kyneton and Daylesford — is celebrated for artisan food and wine producers, cool-climate gardens, and the iconic Hanging Rock.

How far is Drummond from Melbourne? +

Drummond is approximately 90 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, typically a 1–1.5 hour drive via the Calder Freeway in off-peak conditions.

Does Drummond have public transport? +

Drummond has no direct public transport. The nearest V/Line railway station is at Kyneton, approximately 18 kilometres away, which operates services to Melbourne Southern Cross in around 70 minutes. A private vehicle is necessary for day-to-day living.

What is the population of Drummond? +

Drummond had a population of approximately 294 residents at the 2021 Census. It is a small, dispersed rural locality within the Macedon Ranges Shire Council area.

Is Drummond a good place to live? +

Drummond is well suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within reach of Melbourne. The Macedon Ranges region attracts tree-changers, retirees, and artists drawn to its natural beauty, artisan food scene, and community character, though a private vehicle is essential.

What is the postcode for Drummond? +

The postcode for Drummond is 3461, which also covers the nearby township of Daylesford and surrounding rural localities in the Macedon Ranges area of Victoria.

Is Drummond a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Drummond is part of the Hepburn 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.