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Girgarre

VIC 3624 • Victoria

563
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
84.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietEstablishedAffordable
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About Girgarre

Girgarre is a small rural town in Victoria's Goulburn Valley, located in the Shire of Campaspe approximately 158 kilometres north of Melbourne and 38 kilometres west of Shepparton. The town covers a large area of 84 square kilometres and recorded a population of 563 at the 2021 Census. Girgarre sits within the fertile irrigation country of northern Victoria, and dairying has historically been the dominant industry in the surrounding agricultural district.

The local economy is anchored by the surrounding dairy and irrigated farming properties, and the town retains a close-knit community character typical of Goulburn Valley rural towns. Girgarre has a Memorial Hall and basic local facilities, with residents travelling to nearby Kyabram (11 kilometres to the north) or Shepparton for broader shopping, schools, and health services. The area appeals to those involved in agriculture or seeking affordable rural living in the Murray-Darling Basin irrigation region, with a strong sense of community connection.

Girgarre falls under postcode 3624 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3624
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.41°, 144.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
84.09 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3624

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3624 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,812
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,412

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3624; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyabram (Dysons bus connection)
11 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Shepparton / Echuca Shepparton approx. 40 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
158 km
By Train
Drive to Shepparton then V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross; total approx. 2 h 30 min
By Car (Peak)
2 h – 2 h 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 h 45 min – 2 h

🛣️ Goulburn Valley Highway provides main route south to Melbourne via Seymour

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural town with minimal local amenities; a car is required for virtually all shopping, services, and daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
563
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Girgarre known for? +

Girgarre is known for its agricultural heritage, particularly dairy farming and irrigated cropping, which have defined the town since its early settlement in the Goulburn Valley. The town features a Memorial Hall and maintains a quiet community-oriented character.

How far is Girgarre from Melbourne? +

Girgarre is approximately 158 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hour 30 minute drive via the Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Girgarre have public transport? +

Girgarre does not have direct rail or bus services. The nearest V/Line train connection is at Shepparton, approximately 38 kilometres to the east, making private transport essential for residents.

What is the population of Girgarre? +

Girgarre had a population of 563 people at the 2021 Census, spread across an 84 square kilometre area, reflecting the town's low-density rural character within the Shire of Campaspe.

Is Girgarre a good place to live? +

Girgarre offers an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle for those involved in agriculture or seeking a small-town community in Victoria's north. It suits those comfortable with car-dependent living and who value a close-knit farming community over urban conveniences.

What is the postcode for Girgarre? +

The postcode for Girgarre, Victoria is 3624.

Is Girgarre a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Girgarre is part of the Campaspe 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.