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Kewell

VIC 3390 • Victoria

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
116.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Kewell

Kewell is a small rural locality in the Wimmera region near Warracknabeal in western Victoria, situated approximately 330 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 55 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community covering an area of rural land. The locality covers approximately 117 square kilometres of grain-growing farmland in the Yarriambiack Shire.

The nearest town of Warracknabeal, approximately 25 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Wimmera-Mallee Pipeline has transformed farming in this region, providing reliable water supply across the landscape. There is no public transport serving Kewell; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Kewell falls under postcode 3390 and is governed by the Yarriambiack Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3390
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yarriambiack
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.58°, 142.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
116.76 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3390

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3390 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,373
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,942

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3390; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Warracknabeal is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
270.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.4% 10yr Down 24.0%
Motor vehicle theft
79.6 / 100k
2yr Up 27.1% 10yr Up 34.1%
Non-FV assault
238.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 40.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
222.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.2%
View all offence subgroups for Yarriambiack →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kewell known for? +

Kewell is a quiet rural locality in the Wimmera region near Warracknabeal in western Victoria. The locality covers approximately 117 square kilometres of grain-growing farmland in the Yarriambiack Shire.

How far is Kewell from Melbourne CBD? +

Kewell is approximately 330 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 4 to 5 hour drive.

Does Kewell have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kewell. A private vehicle is essential, with Warracknabeal approximately 25 kilometres away.

What is the population of Kewell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kewell has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Wimmera region near Warracknabeal in western Victoria.

Is Kewell a good place to live? +

Kewell suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Wimmera region near Warracknabeal in western Victoria, with Warracknabeal providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Kewell? +

The postcode for Kewell is 3390, covering this rural locality in the Wimmera region near Warracknabeal in western Victoria.

Is Kewell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kewell is part of the Yarriambiack 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.