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Greta

VIC 3675 • Victoria

86
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
41.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricPeacefulAffordable
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About Greta

Greta is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Wangaratta in north-eastern Victoria, situated approximately 24 kilometres south of Wangaratta and around 243 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Covering around 41 square kilometres of undulating country east of Benalla, the locality recorded a population of 86 at the 2021 Census. The area falls within the broader Ovens Valley region and reflects the character of Victoria's pastoral north-east, with farming properties and open rural scenery.

Greta holds significant historical importance as the childhood home of Ned Kelly, Australia's most famous bushranger, whose family settled here in the 1860s. Kelly's remains were reinterred at the Greta Cemetery on 20 January 2013, fulfilling his wish to be buried at his family's home. The locality sits on the Ned Kelly Touring Route, attracting visitors interested in the Kelly legend and the region's colonial history. Wangaratta, the nearest major town, provides schools, shops, healthcare, and transport connections, while the surrounding King Valley wine country and High Country offer recreational opportunities for residents seeking an active rural lifestyle.

Greta falls under postcode 3675 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3675
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.57°, 146.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
41.01 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3675

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3675, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,331
Median 2023–24
$47,773
▲ 18.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,275

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3675; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
24 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Wangaratta Approx. 25-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
243 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta station (24 km), then V/Line North East Line to Melbourne (~2 hrs 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2.5-3 hours to Melbourne via Hume Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.5 hours to Melbourne via Hume Freeway

🛣️ A private vehicle is essential; Wangaratta provides the nearest V/Line rail connection to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no local shops or services in Greta itself, with Wangaratta being the primary service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
86
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greta known for? +

Greta is best known as the childhood home of Ned Kelly, Australia's most famous bushranger. The Kelly family settled here in the 1860s, and Ned Kelly's remains were reinterred at Greta Cemetery in January 2013, fulfilling his wish to be buried at his birthplace. Greta is a stop on the Ned Kelly Touring Route.

How far is Greta from Wangaratta? +

Greta is approximately 24 kilometres south of Wangaratta, making it about a 25–30 minute drive. It is also roughly 243 kilometres north-east of Melbourne via the Hume Freeway.

Does Greta have public transport? +

Greta has no local bus or rail service. The nearest V/Line train station is at Wangaratta, approximately 24 kilometres to the north, which provides regular services to Melbourne on the North East Line. A private vehicle is essential for living in Greta.

What is the population of Greta? +

According to the 2021 Census, Greta has a population of 86 people. It is a small, sparsely settled rural locality within the Rural City of Wangaratta in north-eastern Victoria.

Is Greta a good place to live? +

Greta offers a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in the scenic north-east Victoria landscape, with the cultural appeal of its Ned Kelly heritage. Wangaratta's services are within a 30-minute drive, and the nearby King Valley and High Country wine and tourism regions add to the area's lifestyle appeal.

What is the postcode for Greta? +

The postcode for Greta, Victoria is 3675, which also covers the nearby localities of Greta West and Greta South in the Rural City of Wangaratta.

Is Greta a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Greta is part of the Wangaratta 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.