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Gilderoy

VIC 3797 • Victoria

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandLeafyQuiet
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About Gilderoy

Gilderoy is a small rural locality in the Yarra Ranges of eastern Victoria, situated approximately 70 kilometres east of Melbourne in the foothills beyond Warburton. The locality covers around 14 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 62 residents at the 2021 Census. It is characterised by steep forested terrain, small farm holdings, and the scenic Upper Yarra Valley landscape.

The nearby towns of Warburton and Powelltown provide essential services for Gilderoy residents, including general stores, a school, and community facilities. The area is popular with bush lovers, hobby farmers, and those seeking a tree-change lifestyle within the Yarra Ranges, with access to excellent bushwalking, mountain biking, and state forest recreation. A private vehicle is necessary as no public transport serves the locality.

Gilderoy falls under postcode 3797 and is governed by the Yarra Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Casey, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3797
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
Casey
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.87°, 145.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.19 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3797

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3797, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,222
Median 2023–24
$52,445
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,905

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3797; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Lilydale station then Lilydale Line to Flinders Street
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Warburton Highway; winding mountain roads in places

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; car required for all errands to Warburton or Powelltown.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
167.8 / 100k
2yr Up 31.2% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
125.6 / 100k
2yr Up 134.4% 10yr Down 27.5%
Non-FV assault
174.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 23.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Up 294.5% 10yr Up 286.0%
Steal from vehicle
374.2 / 100k
2yr Up 85.0% 10yr Down 14.5%
View all offence subgroups for Yarra Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gilderoy known for? +

Gilderoy is known as a quiet forested locality in Victoria's Yarra Ranges, appealing to tree-changers and nature lovers seeking a rural bush lifestyle near the Upper Yarra Valley.

How far is Gilderoy from Melbourne CBD? +

Gilderoy is approximately 70 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, around 1 to 2.5 hours by road depending on traffic via the Warburton Highway.

Does Gilderoy have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Gilderoy. The nearest train station is Lilydale, approximately 50 kilometres to the west. A car is essential.

What is the population of Gilderoy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gilderoy has a population of approximately 62 residents, a small and tightly knit bush community in the Yarra Ranges.

Is Gilderoy a good place to live? +

Gilderoy suits those seeking a true tree-change lifestyle in Victoria's Yarra Ranges, with forested surrounds, small farming blocks, and easy access to Warburton's services and the Upper Yarra Valley.

What is the postcode for Gilderoy? +

The postcode for Gilderoy, VIC is 3797.

Is Gilderoy a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gilderoy is part of the Yarra Ranges 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.