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Kancoona

VIC 3691 • Victoria

74
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
153.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteMountainQuietAgricultural
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About Kancoona

Kancoona is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria's Kiewa Valley, situated within the Alpine Shire approximately 329 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. With a 2021 Census population of just 74 residents across roughly 154 square kilometres of alpine foothills terrain, Kancoona is one of the more sparsely settled localities in the region. The median individual income is around 0,914, broadly consistent with rural employment across Alpine Shire's farming and tourism sectors.

The locality sits between the larger centres of Myrtleford and Mount Beauty, with Albury-Wodonga accessible within about 45 minutes' drive along the Kiewa Valley Highway. The wider Kiewa Valley is renowned for its scenic beauty — green river flats backed by forested mountain ranges — making it a picturesque area for cattle grazing, small farms, and rural retreats. Alpine Shire's snow resort towns, including Mount Hotham and Falls Creek, are within reasonable driving distance, giving residents year-round access to alpine and outdoor recreation.

Kancoona 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
153.97 km²
Population Density
0 /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

  • V/Line coach services via Myrtleford/Bright corridor — Wangaratta / Melbourne Approx. 4–4.5 hrs to Melbourne CBD

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
329 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Wangaratta then V/Line train (approx. 4 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min – 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Via Kiewa Valley Highway and Hume Freeway; Wodonga and Wangaratta are the main regional hubs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kancoona is a sparsely populated rural locality with no local amenities; residents rely on private vehicles for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
74
▲ 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 Kancoona. 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 Kancoona known for? +

Kancoona is known for its quiet pastoral character within the scenic Kiewa Valley, surrounded by alpine foothills and productive farming land. It sits between Myrtleford and Mount Beauty in north-east Victoria's popular High Country region.

How far is Kancoona from Melbourne? +

Kancoona is approximately 329 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 3.5 to 4 hours via the Hume Freeway and Kiewa Valley Highway.

Does Kancoona have public transport? +

There is no rail service in Kancoona. V/Line coach services operate in the broader north-east Victoria corridor via Myrtleford and Wangaratta, but a private vehicle is essential for residents of Kancoona.

What is the population of Kancoona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kancoona has a population of 74 people across approximately 154 square kilometres of the Kiewa Valley in Alpine Shire.

Is Kancoona a good place to live? +

Kancoona offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most beautiful alpine valleys, well-suited to those seeking open space, farming, or a retreat-style property. Proximity to Mount Beauty, Bright, and the alpine resorts provides year-round recreation, but daily services require a drive to nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Kancoona? +

The postcode for Kancoona, Victoria is 3691, which is shared with Wodonga and several other north-east Victorian localities.

Is Kancoona a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kancoona 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.