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Green Gully

VIC 3462 • Victoria

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricPeacefulSemi-RuralLeafy
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About Green Gully

Green Gully is a small rural locality in the Mount Alexander Shire of central Victoria, situated approximately 16 kilometres south-west of Castlemaine and just 4 kilometres from the township of Newstead. Covering around 7 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact localities in the goldfields region, with a population of 71 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The area is set in gently undulating countryside that once formed part of the rich goldfields landscape, with small hobby farms, rural residential blocks, and remnant bushland characterising the locality today.

Green Gully has a proud goldfields heritage, having experienced a significant rush in 1858 when the area — then known as Green Valley — drew approximately 3,000 miners to its alluvial fields and later quartz mining operations. Today the locality offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of the vibrant arts and café culture of Castlemaine, roughly 18 minutes by car to the north-east. The nearby township of Newstead, just four minutes away, provides a local pub, café, and community facilities, while Castlemaine offers supermarkets, a train station, schools, galleries, and a thriving creative community. The Mount Alexander Rail Trail and extensive walking tracks in the surrounding region make Green Gully popular with those seeking an active, nature-connected lifestyle.

Green Gully falls under postcode 3462 and is governed by the Mount Alexander Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3462
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mount Alexander
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Bendigo West (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.08°, 144.05°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.07 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3462

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3462 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,843
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,472

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3462; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Castlemaine
16 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Regional bus connections via Castlemaine — Castlemaine / Bendigo Approx. 18 min drive to Castlemaine Station

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Drive to Castlemaine Station (~16 km), then Bendigo Line train to Southern Cross (~1 hr 40 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Pyrenees Highway; Newstead 4 km for local services; Castlemaine 16 km for train and full amenities

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Green Gully is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Newstead and Castlemaine serving as the nearest service centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 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 Mount Alexander Local Government Area, which contains Green Gully. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
304.2 / 100k
2yr Up 56.5% 10yr Down 14.6%
Motor vehicle theft
118.8 / 100k
2yr Up 22.2% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
232.9 / 100k
2yr Up 65.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
313.7 / 100k
2yr Up 43.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mount Alexander →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Green Gully known for? +

Green Gully is known for its Victorian-era gold rush history — in 1858, then known as Green Valley, the area attracted around 3,000 miners to its alluvial and quartz goldfields. Today it is a quiet semi-rural locality appreciated for its peaceful landscape and proximity to the arts town of Castlemaine.

How far is Green Gully from Melbourne? +

Green Gully is approximately 120 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 30 minute drive via the Calder Freeway or Midland Highway. The nearest town, Newstead, is just 4 kilometres away, and Castlemaine is approximately 16 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Green Gully have public transport? +

Green Gully has no local public transport or rail service. The nearest train station is Castlemaine, approximately 16 kilometres away, which is served by V/Line's Bendigo Line connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is required to access these services.

What is the population of Green Gully? +

According to the 2021 Census, Green Gully has a population of 71 residents. The locality covers approximately 7 square kilometres within the Mount Alexander Shire.

Is Green Gully a good place to live? +

Green Gully suits those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Castlemaine's arts, café, and community scene, and the relaxed village atmosphere of nearby Newstead. It appeals to hobby farmers, creatives, and those looking to escape city life while remaining within commuting distance of regional centres.

What is the postcode for Green Gully? +

The postcode for Green Gully, Victoria is 3462, shared with Franklinford and several other localities in the central Victorian goldfields region.

Is Green Gully a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Green Gully is part of the Mount Alexander 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.