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Emu Creek

VIC 3551 • Victoria

376
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietBendigo RegionAgricultural
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About Emu Creek

Emu Creek is a rural locality within the City of Greater Bendigo in central Victoria, situated approximately 14 kilometres south-west of Bendigo and 142 kilometres north of Melbourne. With a population of 376 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers nearly 19 square kilometres of open pastoral and agricultural land typical of the Bendigo region. The median household income of around 9,800 per year reflects the mixed rural and commuter character of the area.

Emu Creek offers a genuine rural lifestyle within a reasonable commute of Bendigo's comprehensive services, including hospitals, universities, major shopping centres, and cultural facilities. The locality's open paddocks and farming properties are characteristic of central Victoria's goldfields region, attracting those who value space, privacy, and a country pace of life. Residents typically travel to Kangaroo Flat or central Bendigo for daily needs, schools, and employment.

Emu Creek falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.78°, 144.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.09 km²
Population Density
20 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3551

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3551, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,802
Median 2023–24
$60,155
▲ 20.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,144

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3551; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kangaroo Flat
8 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services via Bendigo — Bendigo CBD Approx 20-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
142 km
By Train
Drive to Kangaroo Flat or Bendigo station (~8-15km), then ~2 hr on V/Line Bendigo Line to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Access via Calder Highway; most residents commute to Bendigo rather than Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural locality with no local services; all errands require a drive to Bendigo

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
376
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 33.1%
Motor vehicle theft
258.8 / 100k
2yr Up 62.3% 10yr Up 25.3%
Non-FV assault
400.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.7% 10yr Up 66.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.7 / 100k
2yr Up 192.2% 10yr Up 32.1%
Steal from vehicle
636.9 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Bendigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emu Creek known for? +

Emu Creek is a quiet rural locality known for its open agricultural landscape in the heart of the Greater Bendigo region. It offers a classic central Victorian country lifestyle with spacious properties and easy access to Bendigo's urban services.

How far is Emu Creek from Bendigo? +

Emu Creek is approximately 14 kilometres south-west of Bendigo city centre, about a 15–20 minute drive via Calder Highway and local roads.

Does Emu Creek have public transport? +

Emu Creek has no direct public transport services. The nearest train station is Kangaroo Flat (approximately 8km away) on the V/Line Bendigo Line to Melbourne. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Emu Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Emu Creek has a population of 376 residents across its 19 square kilometre area within the City of Greater Bendigo local government area.

Is Emu Creek a good place to live? +

Emu Creek is well-suited to those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of Bendigo's comprehensive city amenities. The peaceful farming community and open landscape appeal to families, retirees, and those who prefer country living without being too far from services.

What is the postcode for Emu Creek? +

Emu Creek's postcode is 3551, shared with Kangaroo Flat and several other localities in the City of Greater Bendigo.

Is Emu Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Emu Creek is part of the Greater Bendigo 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.