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Gonn Crossing

VIC 3579 • Victoria

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Gonn Crossing

Gonn Crossing is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Kerang within the Gannawarra Shire. Covering just 7.9 square kilometres, it lies within the Murray Valley irrigation district, with a 2021 Census population of approximately 50 residents. The locality is set in the flat farming country of the northern Victorian irrigation plains, where dairy, horticulture, and mixed cropping are supported by water from the Murray-Darling river system.

Kerang is the nearest service town, known for its spectacular ibis colonies and wetlands, and providing shops, schools, and healthcare for the surrounding Gannawarra district. The region's wetlands, lakes, and the Murray River corridor provide important habitat for waterbirds and offer recreational fishing and nature experiences. Gonn Crossing suits those connected to the irrigation farming community and the distinctive wetlands character of the Gannawarra Shire.

Gonn Crossing falls under postcode 3579 and is governed by the Gannawarra Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3579
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gannawarra
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.77°, 143.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.87 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3579

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3579, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,478
Median 2023–24
$46,477
▲ 20.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,976

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3579; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kerang Station
20 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
V/Line from Kerang to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 3 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 2 hr 55 min

🛣️ Loddon Valley Highway provides access; Kerang is the nearest rail and service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gonn Crossing has no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
50
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
192.4 / 100k
2yr Down 49.9% 10yr Down 45.0%
Motor vehicle theft
279 / 100k
2yr Up 142.3% 10yr Up 145.7%
Non-FV assault
259.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 71.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
298.3 / 100k
2yr Up 55.4% 10yr Up 26.1%
View all offence subgroups for Gannawarra →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gonn Crossing known for? +

Gonn Crossing is a quiet rural locality near Kerang in the Gannawarra Shire, situated within the flat Murray Valley irrigation farming country near Kerang's famous ibis colonies and wetlands.

How far is Gonn Crossing from Kerang? +

Gonn Crossing is approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Kerang, typically a 20 to 25 minute drive on Gannawarra Shire roads.

Does Gonn Crossing have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Gonn Crossing. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Kerang (approximately 20 km), with trains connecting to Swan Hill and Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Gonn Crossing? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gonn Crossing has a population of approximately 50 residents in its compact 7.9 square kilometre area.

Is Gonn Crossing a good place to live? +

Gonn Crossing suits those connected to the northern Victoria irrigation farming community, with Kerang's services and the Gannawarra wetlands' exceptional birdwatching both accessible nearby.

What is the postcode for Gonn Crossing? +

The postcode for Gonn Crossing, VIC is 3579.

Is Gonn Crossing a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gonn Crossing is part of the Gannawarra 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.