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Havelock

VIC 3465 • Victoria

83
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalAffordable
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About Havelock

Havelock is a small rural locality in Victoria's Central Goldfields region, located approximately 10 kilometres north of Maryborough and around 150 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. It falls within the Shire of Central Goldfields and covers nearly 28 square kilometres of agricultural land. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 83 residents, reflecting the hamlet's quiet, dispersed character typical of the post-gold-rush Victorian interior.

Havelock has a rich gold-mining history: gold was discovered here in 1858 and the settlement was named in honour of Major General Sir Henry Havelock. The area later developed as a farming community after mining activity declined, and a school once served the locality until its closure in 1927. Today, Maryborough — a regional centre with shops, schools, healthcare, and V/Line rail connections — is the nearest town for all services. The surrounding landscape of open farmland and scattered bushland makes Havelock popular with those seeking a quiet rural retreat with affordable land, while the broader Goldfields region offers historic townships and scenic drives.

Havelock falls under postcode 3465 and is governed by the Central Goldfields Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3465
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Goldfields
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.02°, 143.61°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.81 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3465

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3465, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,546
Median 2023–24
$46,388
▲ 20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,348

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3465; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough Station
10 km
N/A (drive only)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest V/Line station at Maryborough (approx. 10 km away) with trains to Melbourne Southern Cross (~2 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Car is essential locally; Maryborough provides V/Line rail access to Melbourne. Access via Dunolly-Maryborough Road.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Havelock has no local shops or services; all daily errands require a drive to Maryborough or other nearby towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
83
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
290.1 / 100k
2yr Up 45.8% 10yr Down 28.4%
Motor vehicle theft
152.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.2%
Non-FV assault
500.4 / 100k
2yr Up 74.2% 10yr Up 63.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
304.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Central Goldfields →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Havelock known for? +

Havelock is known for its gold-mining heritage — gold was discovered here in 1858 and the settlement was named after Major General Sir Henry Havelock. The locality later transitioned to farming and today retains a quiet, historic rural character within the Central Goldfields region.

How far is Havelock from Melbourne? +

Havelock is approximately 150 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a roughly 2 hour drive. The nearest regional town is Maryborough, about 10 kilometres to the south, which has shops, schools, and V/Line rail connections.

Does Havelock have public transport? +

Havelock itself has no public transport. The nearest V/Line rail service operates from Maryborough station, approximately 10 kilometres away, offering trains to Melbourne Southern Cross in around 2 hours 20 minutes. A car is essential for getting around locally.

What is the population of Havelock? +

According to the 2021 Census, Havelock has a population of 83 residents spread across approximately 28 square kilometres of rural land in the Central Goldfields Shire.

Is Havelock a good place to live? +

Havelock suits those attracted to a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle with easy access to the regional services of Maryborough. Its gold-mining heritage and open farmland landscape appeal to history enthusiasts and those seeking space, though all services and amenities require a car trip.

What is the postcode for Havelock? +

The postcode for Havelock, Victoria is 3465.

Is Havelock a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Havelock is part of the Central Goldfields 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.