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Goorambat

VIC 3725 • Victoria

269
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
107.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuietHigh Country
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About Goorambat

Goorambat is a small agricultural town in the Rural City of Benalla, situated in northern Victoria approximately 229 kilometres north of Melbourne. The town sits amid the pastoral landscapes of the Victorian High Country region, spanning around 108 square kilometres of farming and grazing land in the foothills east of the Hume Freeway. With a population of approximately 269, Goorambat retains the character of a close-knit rural community shaped by generations of farming heritage.

The area is primarily devoted to farming and grazing, with the serene, picturesque countryside lending the locality its enduring rural charm. Goorambat's historic buildings — including the notable St Luke's Uniting Church — reflect the town's long settlement history in the region. Residents rely on nearby Benalla, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-west, for shops, schools, health services, and community facilities, while the surrounding High Country landscape offers opportunities for bushwalking, fishing, and cycling.

Goorambat falls under postcode 3725 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3725
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.41°, 145.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.96 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3725

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3725 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,596
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,729

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3725; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Benalla
15 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local service — Residents typically drive to Benalla for transport connections N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
229 km
By Train
Drive to Benalla (~15 km), then V/Line train to Southern Cross Station (~2 hrs 15 min)
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hrs

🛣️ Via Hume Freeway (M31). Car essential for local travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Goorambat has minimal local services; residents must drive to Benalla for all shopping and essential errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
269
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Down 23.0%
Motor vehicle theft
190 / 100k
2yr Up 150.9% 10yr Up 66.0%
Non-FV assault
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 27.5% 10yr Down 48.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 44.3% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence subgroups for Benalla →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Goorambat known for? +

Goorambat is known for its serene agricultural landscapes and farming heritage in northern Victoria's High Country region. The locality features historic buildings including St Luke's Uniting Church, and is valued for its quiet, close-knit rural community character.

How far is Goorambat from Melbourne? +

Goorambat is approximately 229 kilometres north of Melbourne, about a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Hume Freeway, with the town of Benalla a further 15 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Goorambat have public transport? +

Goorambat has no local bus or train services. The nearest V/Line train station is at Benalla, approximately 15 kilometres away, offering regular services to Melbourne and Albury. A car is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Goorambat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Goorambat has a population of approximately 269 residents across a rural area of around 108 square kilometres.

Is Goorambat a good place to live? +

Goorambat is well suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in northern Victoria. Its proximity to Benalla means essential services are within easy reach, while the pastoral setting and strong community spirit make it appealing to farming families and those valuing the country way of life.

What is the postcode for Goorambat? +

Goorambat's postcode is 3725, covering this rural locality within the Benalla Rural City in north-east Victoria.

Is Goorambat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Goorambat is part of the Benalla 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.