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Glenlee

VIC 3418 • Victoria

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
156.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Glenlee

Glenlee is a remote rural locality in the Wimmera district of north-western Victoria, situated approximately 21 kilometres north-east of Nhill within the Hindmarsh Shire. Covering around 156 square kilometres of flat agricultural land, it is one of the more expansive but sparsely settled localities in the region, with just 71 residents counted in the 2021 Census — a decline from the 87 recorded in 2016. The area is dominated by broadacre grain farming and pastoral grazing, typical of the Wimmera's wide, open plains landscape.

Glenlee sits in one of Victoria's most productive agricultural regions, with the surrounding Wimmera district well known for its wheat and canola cultivation across vast, flat terrain. The locality is close to the Glenlee Flora and Fauna Reserve, which protects remnant native vegetation in an otherwise heavily cleared agricultural landscape. The nearest service centre is Nhill, approximately 21 kilometres to the south-west, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a hospital. Life in Glenlee reflects the quiet, community-minded character of rural Wimmera, appealing to those who value wide open spaces and a self-sufficient country lifestyle.

Glenlee falls under postcode 3418 and is governed by the Hindmarsh Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3418
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hindmarsh
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.07°, 141.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
156.22 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3418

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3418, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,133
Median 2023–24
$54,399
▲ 17.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,479

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3418; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services via Western Highway — Nhill / Horsham / Melbourne Approx. 25 min to Nhill by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coaches operate via Nhill and the Western Highway corridor
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Western Highway; Adelaide is approx. 3 hr drive north-west; extremely car-dependent locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Glenlee has no local shops, services, or public transport infrastructure; a car is absolutely essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
274.8 / 100k
2yr Up 38.9% 10yr Down 16.3%
Motor vehicle theft
91.6 / 100k
2yr Up 154.6% 10yr Down 33.8%
Non-FV assault
201.5 / 100k
2yr Up 24.5% 10yr Down 10.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
201.5 / 100k
2yr Up 86.7% 10yr Up 66.5%
View all offence subgroups for Hindmarsh →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenlee known for? +

Glenlee is a quiet agricultural locality in Victoria's Wimmera district, known for its broadacre grain and pastoral farming across an expansive flat landscape. The nearby Glenlee Flora and Fauna Reserve protects remnant native vegetation in the region.

How far is Glenlee from Melbourne? +

Glenlee is approximately 360 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway. The nearest significant service town is Nhill, about 21 kilometres to the south-west.

Does Glenlee have public transport? +

Glenlee has no public transport of its own. There is no passenger rail service in the immediate area, and the locality relies entirely on private vehicles. V/Line coach services operate along the Western Highway corridor through Nhill.

What is the population of Glenlee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glenlee has a population of 71 residents, down from 87 in 2016 — a decline of approximately 18 per cent. The locality covers a large area of around 156 square kilometres.

Is Glenlee a good place to live? +

Glenlee suits those who value an extremely quiet, rural lifestyle in the wide-open Wimmera plains, particularly those connected to local farming. Residents rely on Nhill for all services and amenities, and a car is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Glenlee? +

The postcode for Glenlee, Victoria is 3418, shared with Nhill and several other localities in the Hindmarsh Shire.

Is Glenlee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glenlee is part of the Hindmarsh 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.