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Kergunyah South

VIC 3691 • Victoria

76
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainPeacefulAgricultural
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About Kergunyah South

Kergunyah South is a small rural locality in the Indigo Shire of north-east Victoria, situated on the Kiewa Valley Highway approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Wodonga and around 353 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Covering nearly 30 square kilometres of pastoral and mountainous terrain in the Kiewa Valley, the locality had a population of 76 residents at the 2021 Census. The area forms part of the broader Kergunyah district, a historically significant dairy farming region in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, with the name derived from an Aboriginal word meaning camping ground.

The Kiewa Valley is renowned for its scenic beauty, with the Kiewa River running through the valley and offering popular swimming spots such as the Kergunyah Streamside Reserve nearby. The nearby town of Kergunyah has a general store and caravan park, while the larger centres of Wodonga and Albury provide the full range of urban services and facilities. A limited regional bus service operates along the Kiewa Valley Highway connecting to Wodonga and Albury, though residents are predominantly reliant on private vehicles. Kergunyah South appeals to those seeking a serene rural lifestyle in the picturesque north-east Victorian Alps foothills.

Kergunyah South 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
-36.43°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.81 km²
Population Density
3 /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

Nearest Train Stations

Wodonga Station
30 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Regional Transit (Mt Beauty–Albury route) — Wodonga and Albury via Kiewa Valley Highway Approx. 43–55 min to Wodonga/Albury (3 times weekly)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
353 km
By Train
Drive to Wodonga Station (30 km) then regional train to Melbourne Southern Cross; approx. 3 hr 30 min total
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min – 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Kiewa Valley Highway connects to Wodonga; Hume Freeway provides the main route to Melbourne; Albury–Wodonga is the nearest major regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kergunyah South is a rural locality with no local shops; all services require a drive to Kergunyah, Wodonga, or Albury

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
76
▲ 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 Kergunyah South. 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 Kergunyah South known for? +

Kergunyah South is known for its scenic Kiewa Valley setting in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, surrounded by dairy farms and pastoral land. The Kiewa River and nearby Kergunyah Streamside Reserve are popular recreational spots in the area.

How far is Kergunyah South from Wodonga? +

Kergunyah South is approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Wodonga along the Kiewa Valley Highway, a drive of around 30–40 minutes.

Does Kergunyah South have public transport? +

A limited regional bus service operated by Regional Transit runs along the Kiewa Valley Highway connecting to Wodonga and Albury approximately three times per week. There is no rail service to Kergunyah South; residents are largely dependent on private vehicles.

What is the population of Kergunyah South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kergunyah South has a population of 76 residents, making it a small and sparsely settled rural locality within the Indigo Shire.

Is Kergunyah South a good place to live? +

Kergunyah South offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in a beautiful alpine foothills setting, well suited to those who enjoy farming, nature, and wide open spaces. The larger centres of Wodonga and Albury are accessible for services, though a car is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Kergunyah South? +

The postcode for Kergunyah South, Victoria is 3691.

Is Kergunyah South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kergunyah South 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.