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Indigo Valley

VIC 3688 • Victoria

346
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
137.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLeafyQuietSemi-Rural
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About Indigo Valley

Indigo Valley is a rural locality in north-east Victoria, stretching through the Shire of Indigo between the historic town of Yackandandah and the Hume Highway near Barnawartha. The Indigo Creek flows through the scenic valley that lends both the locality and its local government area their names, creating a pastoral landscape of rolling hills and gum-lined creek flats close to the New South Wales border. Covering approximately 138 square kilometres, Indigo Valley is a lightly settled agricultural area with a population of around 346 residents who appreciate the quiet semi-rural character of this picturesque corner of the north-east.

The locality supports a Country Fire Authority (CFA) volunteer brigade and Middle Indigo Primary School, reflecting the small but established community that has farmed these valleys for generations. The Hume Highway passes near the northern end of the locality, providing convenient access to the Albury-Wodonga twin cities which offer the full range of urban services including hospitals, secondary schools, major shopping, and rail connections to Melbourne and Sydney. Indigo Valley appeals to those seeking wide open spaces, scenic rural landscapes, and a relaxed lifestyle within easy reach of a major regional centre.

Indigo Valley falls under postcode 3688 and is governed by the Indigo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Benambra (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3688
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Indigo
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Benambra (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.12°, 146.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
137.88 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3688

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3688 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$56,203
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,300

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3688; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wodonga
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Wodonga / Albury 20-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
310 km
By Train
Approx. 3.5-4 hrs from Wodonga to Southern Cross Station via V/Line (car to Wodonga required)
By Car (Peak)
3-3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5-3 hrs

🛣️ Hume Highway passes near Barnawartha end of the locality; Albury-Wodonga is the major regional centre 10-20km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Indigo Valley is a dispersed rural locality with no commercial services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
346
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
134.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 27.5%
Motor vehicle theft
100.6 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Up 441.9%
Non-FV assault
128.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 15.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
307.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 451.9%
View all offence subgroups for Indigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indigo Valley known for? +

Indigo Valley is known for its scenic pastoral landscapes along Indigo Creek, its rolling hills, and its connection to the broader Shire of Indigo which takes its name from the valley and creek. The locality also has the Middle Indigo Primary School and a CFA volunteer fire brigade, reflecting its small but enduring community.

How far is Indigo Valley from Melbourne? +

Indigo Valley is approximately 310 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Hume Highway.

Does Indigo Valley have public transport? +

There is no scheduled public bus service in Indigo Valley. The nearest train station is Wodonga, approximately 15 kilometres away, which has V/Line and NSW TrainLink services connecting to Melbourne and Sydney. A car is essential for accessing the locality.

What is the population of Indigo Valley? +

Indigo Valley had a population of approximately 346 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across a large rural area of around 138 square kilometres in the Shire of Indigo.

Is Indigo Valley a good place to live? +

Indigo Valley suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a beautiful part of north-east Victoria, with scenic creek and hill country and proximity to Albury-Wodonga for major services. Its connection to the Hume Highway also makes it relatively accessible despite its rural character.

What is the postcode for Indigo Valley? +

The postcode for Indigo Valley is 3688.

Is Indigo Valley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Indigo Valley is part of the Indigo 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.