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Gundowring

VIC 3691 • Victoria

208
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
91.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAlpine FoothillsAgriculturalQuietKiewa Valley
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About Gundowring

Gundowring is a small locality in the Shire of Indigo in north-east Victoria, nestled in the scenic Kiewa Valley approximately 331 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 43 kilometres south of Wodonga. With a population of around 208 residents spread across 91 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by pastoral farmland, cattle grazing, and the natural beauty of the surrounding alpine foothills. It sits between the alpine town of Mount Beauty to the south and the regional centres of Wodonga and Albury to the north.

Gundowring has a long local history — the Gundowring Football Club competed in the Kiewa Valley Football Association as far back as 1902. Residents rely on nearby Wodonga and Tallangatta for shopping, schools, and services, while the locality offers a tranquil pastoral lifestyle amid the Alpine High Country. The Kiewa Valley Highway passes through the region, providing access to the ski resorts and national parks of the Victorian Alps, making Gundowring an appealing base for those who value space and natural scenery.

Gundowring falls under postcode 3691 and is governed by the Alpine Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3691
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Alpine
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.03°, 147.88°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
91.38 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3691

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3691, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,914
Median 2023–24
$62,499
▲ 22.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,034

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3691; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Albury-Wodonga Approx. 50 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
331 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Wodonga then ~3 hr 30 min by train on XPT/regional rail
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30–4 hr via Hume Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15–3 hr 30 min via Hume Freeway

🛣️ Albury-Wodonga is the nearest regional hub (~43 km north); Kiewa Valley Highway links south to alpine areas

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands in this remote rural valley locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
208
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
83.2 / 100k
2yr Down 35.5% 10yr Down 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
121 / 100k
2yr Up 127.8% 10yr Up 660.9%
Non-FV assault
136.1 / 100k
2yr Down 18.4% 10yr Down 25.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
249.5 / 100k
2yr Up 17.5% 10yr Up 213.9%
View all offence subgroups for Alpine →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gundowring known for? +

Gundowring is known for its scenic Kiewa Valley setting, cattle farming, and a long local history including the Gundowring Football Club, which competed in the Kiewa Valley Football Association from the early 1900s.

How far is Gundowring from Melbourne CBD? +

Gundowring is approximately 331 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, making it around a 3 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Freeway under normal conditions.

Does Gundowring have public transport? +

Gundowring has no rail or regular bus service. The nearest regional hub is Wodonga, approximately 43 kilometres to the north. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Gundowring? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gundowring has a population of approximately 208 residents, spread across 91 square kilometres of pastoral farmland in the Kiewa Valley.

Is Gundowring a good place to live? +

Gundowring suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the alpine foothills of north-east Victoria. Its proximity to Wodonga-Albury and the ski resorts of the Victorian Alps makes it an attractive option for nature lovers and those valuing open space.

What is the postcode for Gundowring? +

The postcode for Gundowring is 3691.

Is Gundowring a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gundowring is part of the Alpine 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.