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Freeburgh

VIC 3741 • Victoria

136
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
25.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Freeburgh

Freeburgh is a small residential locality in Victoria's Alpine Shire, situated in the Ovens River Valley approximately 5 kilometres north of the town of Bright and around 305 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. The locality covers around 26 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 136 residents. With a median household income of around $38,700, Freeburgh reflects the mixed economy of seasonal tourism and rural lifestyle that characterises much of the Alpine region.

Freeburgh enjoys a stunning natural setting surrounded by the Victorian Alps, with easy access to Bright's celebrated autumn foliage displays, wineries, breweries, and cycling trails along the Ovens Valley Rail Trail. The Ovens River flows nearby, offering swimming, fishing, and kayaking in the warmer months. Mount Buffalo National Park is within easy driving distance, and the Mount Hotham ski resort is around 75 kilometres south. Day-to-day services — including shops, schools, cafes, and restaurants — are available in Bright, making Freeburgh a quiet and scenic place to live within reach of one of Victoria's most popular alpine destinations.

Freeburgh falls under postcode 3741 and is governed by the Alpine Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3741
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Alpine
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.96°, 147.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.88 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3741

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3741, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,683
Median 2023–24
$49,040
▲ 26.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,668

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3741; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services — Wangaratta / Melbourne (Southern Cross) 1 hr to Wangaratta; 3 hr 30 min to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
305 km
By Train
No direct train; V/Line coach to Wangaratta then train to Southern Cross (~4 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 15 min – 3 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 20 min

🛣️ Via Hume Freeway. Wangaratta is the nearest regional hub, ~60 km north-west.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No services in Freeburgh itself; residents drive 5 km to Bright for all shopping, schools, and amenities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
136
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
83.2 / 100k
2yr Down 35.5% 10yr Down 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
121 / 100k
2yr Up 127.8% 10yr Up 660.9%
Non-FV assault
136.1 / 100k
2yr Down 18.4% 10yr Down 25.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
249.5 / 100k
2yr Up 17.5% 10yr Up 213.9%
View all offence subgroups for Alpine →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freeburgh known for? +

Freeburgh is known for its beautiful location in the Ovens River Valley near Bright, offering easy access to autumn foliage, the Ovens Valley Rail Trail, Mount Buffalo National Park, and the ski resorts of the Victorian Alps.

How far is Freeburgh from Melbourne? +

Freeburgh is approximately 305 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, making it around a 3 hour to 3 hour 45 minute drive depending on traffic and route via the Hume Freeway and Great Alpine Road.

Does Freeburgh have public transport? +

There is no train service to Freeburgh. V/Line coach services connect Bright and the surrounding area to Wangaratta and Melbourne, but a private vehicle is the most practical way to get around locally.

What is the population of Freeburgh? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 136 residents in Freeburgh, reflecting its character as a small residential locality in Victoria's Alpine Shire.

Is Freeburgh a good place to live? +

Freeburgh is ideal for those who love the outdoors and want to live surrounded by alpine scenery close to the amenities of Bright. It offers a quiet, nature-connected lifestyle while being only 5 km from Bright's cafes, restaurants, wineries, and schools.

What is the postcode for Freeburgh? +

The postcode for Freeburgh is 3741, shared with Bright and other localities in the Alpine Shire.

Is Freeburgh a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Freeburgh is part of the Alpine 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.