Kanyapella

VIC 3564 • Victoria

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
66.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiverside
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About Kanyapella

Kanyapella is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated approximately 25 kilometres south-east of Echuca within the Campaspe Shire. Covering around 66.6 square kilometres of flat irrigation and dryland farming country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 51 residents. The locality is set within the Murray-Goulburn irrigation district, where dairy farming, horticulture, and mixed cropping are central to the agricultural economy.

Echuca is the nearest major service town, famed for its historic port and paddle steamer tourism on the Murray River, with supermarkets, schools, and healthcare readily accessible. The Campaspe Shire's irrigation country supports significant agricultural production, and the region's flat landscapes and warm summers attract those seeking the riverside lifestyle of the Murray Valley. Kanyapella suits those connected to the irrigation farming community and those who appreciate the productive, flat character of northern Victoria's Murray plains.

Kanyapella falls under postcode 3564 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3564
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.17°, 144.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
66.64 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3564

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3564, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,916
Median 2023–24
$54,300
23.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,158

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3564; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Echuca Station
25 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
V/Line from Echuca to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 2 hr 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min - 2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Northern Highway provides access; Echuca is the nearest rail and service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kanyapella is a dispersed irrigation locality with no local services; 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
51
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kanyapella known for? +

Kanyapella is a quiet irrigation farming locality near Echuca in northern Victoria, known for its flat Murray-Goulburn irrigation country and proximity to Echuca's famous Murray River port and paddle steamer tourism.

How far is Kanyapella from Echuca? +

Kanyapella is approximately 25 kilometres south-east of Echuca, typically a 20 to 30 minute drive on Campaspe Shire rural roads.

Does Kanyapella have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kanyapella. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Echuca (approximately 25 km), with trains connecting to Bendigo and Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Kanyapella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kanyapella has a population of approximately 51 residents across its 66 square kilometre area near Echuca.

Is Kanyapella a good place to live? +

Kanyapella suits those connected to the irrigation farming industry of the Murray Valley, with Echuca's historic riverside amenities and the Murray River's recreational opportunities a short drive away.

What is the postcode for Kanyapella? +

The postcode for Kanyapella, VIC is 3564.

Is Kanyapella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kanyapella is part of the Campaspe 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.