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Homewood

VIC 3717 • Victoria

70
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
48.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandPeacefulHistoricSemi-Rural
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About Homewood

Homewood is a small rural locality within the Murrindindi Shire in north-central Victoria, situated in the upper Yea River valley approximately 95 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 70 residents across an area of around 49 square kilometres of forested and pastoral land. The locality sits within the broader Murrindindi Shire, which stretches from the Kinglake Ranges to the high country around Alexandra and Eildon.

Homewood has an interesting colonial history as the site of the former Homewood railway station, which operated until its closure in 1978 and was named after early European settler James Homewood. Today the Great Victorian Rail Trail passes through the region, offering walking and cycling opportunities along the former rail corridor through picturesque valley scenery. The nearest service towns are Yea (within the 3717 postcode area), which provides schools, shops, and medical facilities, while the locality's bushland setting and natural character appeal to residents who value a quiet country lifestyle close to Melbourne's outer-metropolitan fringe.

Homewood falls under postcode 3717 and is governed by the Murrindindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3717
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.29°, 145.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
48.97 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3717

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3717, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,683
Median 2023–24
$46,348
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,471

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3717; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach / local services — Yea / Melbourne (Southern Cross) Yea approx. 15-20 min by car; Melbourne 1.5-2 hr

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
95 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Yea then V/Line train to Melbourne (approx. 1 hr 40 min)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hr

🛣️ Car essential; Hume Freeway and Melba Highway provide access to Melbourne; Yea is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Homewood is a dispersed rural locality with no village centre or local shops; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
70
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
235.7 / 100k
2yr Up 25.9% 10yr Down 36.3%
Motor vehicle theft
101.9 / 100k
2yr Up 21.4% 10yr Down 20.4%
Non-FV assault
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
203.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Murrindindi →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Homewood known for? +

Homewood is known historically as the site of the former Homewood railway station, which closed in 1978 and was named after early settler James Homewood. The locality is also noted for its natural environment, including habitat for the Striped Legless Lizard and native frogs, set amid the forested valleys of the Murrindindi Shire.

How far is Homewood from Melbourne CBD? +

Homewood is approximately 95 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Melba Highway. The nearby town of Yea provides the closest train connection to Melbourne.

Does Homewood have public transport? +

Homewood has no rail service following the closure of its station in 1978. The nearest V/Line train station is Yea, approximately 15 kilometres away, with regular services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is essential for getting around locally.

What is the population of Homewood? +

According to the 2021 Census, Homewood has a population of 70 residents across 24 dwellings. It is a small and sparsely settled locality within the Murrindindi Shire.

Is Homewood a good place to live? +

Homewood appeals to those seeking a quiet rural retreat within a reasonable distance of Melbourne, surrounded by bushland and valley scenery. Residents access services in Yea for everyday needs, and the Great Victorian Rail Trail nearby provides outdoor recreation. It best suits those comfortable with a car-dependent rural lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Homewood? +

The postcode for Homewood, Victoria is 3717, which is shared with the nearby town of Yea and surrounding localities in the Murrindindi Shire.

Is Homewood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Homewood is part of the Murrindindi 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.