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King Valley

VIC 3678 • Victoria

87
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine RegionRiversideHistoricPeaceful
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About King Valley

King Valley is a scenic rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated along the King River corridor approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Wangaratta. The locality sits within a broad valley framed by the foothills of the Victorian Alps, and forms part of the renowned King Valley wine region — a Geographical Indication celebrated for cool-climate Italian varietals such as Prosecco, Sangiovese, and Pinot Grigio. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 87 residents across the locality's roughly 23 square kilometres.

The King Valley has a rich multicultural heritage rooted in post-war immigration, when Italian, Yugoslav, and Spanish families settled the region to farm tobacco and later establish vineyards, creating a distinctly European influence on the local food and wine culture. The King Valley Rail Trail, following the route of the historic Whitfield narrow-gauge railway that operated from 1899 to 1953, is popular with cyclists and walkers passing through the valley. Whitfield, the nearest township, provides basic services, while Wangaratta to the north offers a full range of shopping, healthcare, and rail connections to Melbourne.

King Valley falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.87 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3678

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3678 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,966
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,461

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3678; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Station
40 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • PTV Route — Wangaratta to Cheshunt — Wangaratta (connecting to V/Line) Approx 40-50 min to Wangaratta

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta Station (~40 km), then V/Line North East Line approximately 2 hr 30 min to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car essential within the valley; Wangaratta is the nearest regional hub with full services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no town centre — a car is required for all daily errands and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
87
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Valley known for? +

King Valley is renowned as one of Australia's premier cool-climate wine regions, particularly for Italian varietals including Prosecco, Sangiovese, and Pinot Grigio. The region also has a rich post-war Italian and Slavic immigration history, and the King Valley Rail Trail is popular with cyclists and walkers.

How far is King Valley from Wangaratta? +

King Valley is approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Wangaratta, a drive of around 35–45 minutes via the Wangaratta-Whitfield Road.

Does King Valley have public transport? +

A PTV bus service runs from Wangaratta through to Cheshunt, stopping at key points along the King Valley including near King Valley Primary School on Wangaratta-Whitfield Road. Wangaratta itself has V/Line train connections to Melbourne. Outside of this, a car is the most practical way to get around the valley.

What is the population of King Valley? +

According to the 2021 Census, King Valley has a population of 87 residents across the locality, reflecting its character as a dispersed rural and wine-growing area rather than a concentrated settlement.

Is King Valley a good place to live? +

King Valley suits those who value a quiet, scenic rural lifestyle surrounded by vineyards, river country, and mountain foothills. It is ideal for those connected to the wine industry or farming, with Whitfield nearby for basics and Wangaratta for broader services.

What is the postcode for King Valley? +

The postcode for King Valley in Victoria is 3678.

Is King Valley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. King Valley is part of the Wangaratta 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.