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Iraak

VIC 3494 • Victoria

118
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
77.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Iraak

Iraak is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Mildura, situated approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Mildura in Victoria's Murray-Mallee region, about 524 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. With a recorded population of 118, the locality covers a large area of 77 square kilometres across flat, semi-arid agricultural land near the New South Wales border. Iraak and its neighbours Nangiloc and Colignan were established as soldier settlement farming areas following World War I, and the district has retained its agricultural character ever since.

The locality is characterised by irrigated horticulture and dryland farming typical of the Sunraysia district, with citrus, table grapes, and other produce grown in the area. Residents rely heavily on private vehicles for daily needs, with the regional centre of Mildura providing access to hospitals, schools, shopping, and services. The surrounding Murray-Mallee landscape is flat and sparsely vegetated, offering a quiet, close-knit rural lifestyle for those who call this remote corner of Victoria home.

Iraak falls under postcode 3494 and is governed by the Mildura Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3494
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mildura
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.49°, 142.35°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
77.18 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3494

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3494 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,128
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,019

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3494; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Mildura Approx. 40–50 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
524 km
By Train
No direct train service; Mildura lacks passenger rail to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
5–5.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5–5 hr

🛣️ Extremely remote; Mildura Airport offers regional flights; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Iraak has no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
118
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
502.2 / 100k
2yr Down 22.9% 10yr Down 46.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.1 / 100k
2yr Down 24.4% 10yr Up 11.5%
Non-FV assault
445.2 / 100k
2yr Down 10.1% 10yr Up 21.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 88.6%
Steal from vehicle
633.3 / 100k
2yr Down 12.8% 10yr Down 19.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mildura →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iraak known for? +

Iraak is known for its origins as a post-World War I soldier settlement farming district in the Sunraysia region, alongside nearby localities Nangiloc and Colignan. The area is characterised by irrigated horticulture and dryland agriculture.

How far is Iraak from Melbourne? +

Iraak is approximately 524 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, making it a drive of around 4.5 to 5.5 hours depending on route and traffic.

Does Iraak have public transport? +

Public transport in Iraak is extremely limited. There is no rail service, and the nearest regional centre, Mildura (approximately 35 km away), is accessible only by private vehicle or limited coach services.

What is the population of Iraak? +

According to the 2021 Census, Iraak has a population of approximately 118 residents, reflecting its character as a small, sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Iraak a good place to live? +

Iraak suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in the Sunraysia region close to Mildura's services. It offers wide open spaces and an agricultural community character, though residents must be comfortable with very limited local amenities and long distances to shops and services.

What is the postcode for Iraak? +

The postcode for Iraak is 3494.

Is Iraak a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Iraak is part of the Mildura 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.