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Katunga

VIC 3640 • Rest of VIC

1,025
Population (2021)
$78,260
Median Household Income
163.88 km²
Area
$240/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet

About Katunga

Katunga is a small rural township in Victoria's Moira Shire, situated in the Riverina farming belt approximately 220 kilometres north of Melbourne and around 50 kilometres north of Shepparton. Spread across a large 164 square kilometres of agricultural land, the locality has a population of 1,025 residents with a median age of 38, reflecting a working rural community of farming families and long-term residents. Median household income of $1,505 per week is below state averages, consistent with the modest, agricultural character of the region.

The landscape surrounding Katunga is dominated by dairy farming, broadacre cropping, and irrigation agriculture typical of the Murray-Darling Basin region. The township offers basic local facilities, while the nearby towns of Numurkah and Cobram provide more comprehensive shopping, schools, and health services. Life in Katunga is defined by wide open landscapes, tight-knit rural community spirit, and a quiet lifestyle that appeals to those with deep connections to the land and the traditions of regional Victoria.

Katunga falls under postcode 3640 and is governed by Moira Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3640
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.99°, 145.48°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
163.88 km²
Elevation
110m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,203
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
38 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Moira Shire community transport — Numurkah / Cobram 20-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
Drive to Numurkah station (~20km), then V/Line train to Melbourne (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min - 3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 15 min - 2 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Access via Midland Highway and Hume Freeway; Shepparton is the nearest regional city at ~50km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the township has minimal local services and shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
996
Census 2021
1,025
▲ 2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,068
Personal Income 2021
$38,272
▲ 31.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$38,272 / yr
$736/wk
Household
$78,260 / yr
$1505/wk
Family
$84,136 / yr
$1618/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 793
Born Overseas 127

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 27
  • 2. Taiwan 26
  • 3. New Zealand 20
  • 4. England 12
  • 5. Netherlands 9
  • 6. China 5
  • 7. Hong Kong 3
  • 8. Malaysia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 456
English 359
Irish 102
Scottish 102
Dutch 31
Italian 30
Chinese 27
German 19
Filipino 17
Maltese 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

683
Both parents born in Australia
152
Both parents born overseas
99
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.9%
Christianity
42.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
54 (5.3%)
5-14 years
145 (14.1%)
15-19 years
71 (6.9%)
20-24 years
64 (6.2%)
25-34 years
133 (13.0%)
35-44 years
140 (13.7%)
45-54 years
133 (13.0%)
55-64 years
130 (12.7%)
65-74 years
111 (10.8%)
75-84 years
37 (3.6%)
85+ years
12 (1.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Katunga known for? +

Katunga is known as a quiet agricultural township in the heart of Victoria's Moira Shire, surrounded by dairy farms and irrigation cropping land. The area is part of the broader Murray-Darling farming region, with nearby towns like Numurkah and Cobram serving as the regional service hubs.

How far is Katunga from Melbourne CBD? +

Katunga is approximately 220 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Midland Highway. It is around 50 kilometres north of Shepparton, the nearest major regional city.

Does Katunga have public transport? +

Public transport in Katunga is very limited. There is no train service to the township itself; the nearest V/Line station is in Numurkah, approximately 20 kilometres to the south, with train services to Melbourne taking around 3 hours. A car is essential.

What is the population of Katunga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Katunga has a population of 1,025 residents spread across approximately 164 square kilometres, reflecting its very low-density rural and agricultural character.

Is Katunga a good place to live? +

Katunga suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle, farming community ties, and wide open spaces. It offers very affordable living in regional Victoria, though residents should expect to travel to Numurkah or Cobram for most daily services and shopping.

What is the postcode for Katunga? +

The postcode for Katunga, Victoria is 3640.

What is the average income in Katunga? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Katunga is about $736 per week (around $38,300 per year). The median household income is $1,505 per week and the median family income is $1,618 per week.

What is the age profile of Katunga? +

The median age in Katunga is 38. The largest age group is 5–14 (145 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Katunga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Katunga is part of the Moira 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.

How much is rent in Katunga? +

In Katunga, the median weekly rent is $240, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,203 (2021 Census).