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Flagstaff

VIC 3465 • Victoria

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricBushlandPeaceful
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About Flagstaff

Flagstaff is a small historical locality situated approximately 3 kilometres east of Maryborough on the Pyrenees Highway, within the Shire of Central Goldfields in central Victoria. Covering just 3.75 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact localities in the goldfields region and sits amid the Box-Ironbark forests that characterise this part of Victoria at an elevation of around 218 metres. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 97 residents, a modest increase from the previous count, reflecting a small but stable community in this former gold-mining district.

Flagstaff has a rich goldrush heritage: gold was first discovered here in January 1855, sparking a rush that brought hundreds of prospectors to the area. The former state school building, which operated from 1868 to 1939, still stands and continues to serve as a community hall. The locality's Aboriginal heritage is also significant, with remnants of rock wells and Indigenous sculptures in the surrounding landscape. Today, Maryborough — just a few minutes' drive west — provides residents with full services including shops, schools, a hospital, and a rail connection, while the locality itself retains a quiet, bushland character.

Flagstaff falls under postcode 3465 and is governed by the Central Goldfields Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3465
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Goldfields
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.02°, 143.61°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.75 km²
Population Density
26 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3465

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3465, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,546
Median 2023–24
$46,388
▲ 20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,348

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3465; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough Station
3 km
Approx. 35 min walk / 5 min drive

Bus Services

  • V/Line regional coach connections — Maryborough / Ballarat / Melbourne Ballarat approx. 1 hr; Melbourne approx. 2 hr 15 min by train from Maryborough

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
Drive or walk to Maryborough Station (3 km), then V/Line approx. 2 hr 15 min to Melbourne Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Maryborough Station is only 3 km west; Pyrenees Highway provides direct access to Ballarat and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Flagstaff has no local shops — all services are in Maryborough, a short drive west on the Pyrenees Highway

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
290.1 / 100k
2yr Up 45.8% 10yr Down 28.4%
Motor vehicle theft
152.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.2%
Non-FV assault
500.4 / 100k
2yr Up 74.2% 10yr Up 63.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
304.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Central Goldfields →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Flagstaff known for? +

Flagstaff is known for its gold rush history — gold was first discovered here in January 1855, drawing hundreds of prospectors to the area. The former state school building (1868–1939) survives as a community hall, and Aboriginal rock wells and Indigenous sculptures are also found in the locality.

How far is Flagstaff from Maryborough? +

Flagstaff is approximately 3 kilometres east of Maryborough on the Pyrenees Highway, making it a 5-minute drive or around 35-minute walk to the town centre and railway station.

Does Flagstaff have public transport? +

Flagstaff does not have its own public transport stops, but Maryborough Station is only 3 kilometres away and offers V/Line rail services to Melbourne Southern Cross (approximately 2 hours 15 minutes). A car is the most practical option for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Flagstaff? +

According to the 2021 Census, Flagstaff has a population of 97 residents across approximately 36 dwellings. The locality recorded a slight population increase compared to the 2016 Census.

Is Flagstaff a good place to live? +

Flagstaff offers a peaceful bushland lifestyle on the doorstep of Maryborough, with the convenience of the town's shops, schools, hospital, and rail connection just 3 kilometres away. It suits those who appreciate the quiet of the Central Goldfields landscape while remaining close to essential services.

What is the postcode for Flagstaff? +

The postcode for Flagstaff, Victoria is 3465, shared with Maryborough and several surrounding localities in the Central Goldfields region.

Is Flagstaff a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Flagstaff is part of the Central Goldfields 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.