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Kinglake Central

VIC 3757 • Victoria

413
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietSemi-RuralHistoric
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About Kinglake Central

Kinglake Central is a small rural locality set in the elevated ranges of north-eastern Victoria, approximately 60 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD within the Murrindindi Shire. With a population of around 413, it forms part of the wider Kinglake plateau community — a cluster of small settlements encircled by the Kinglake National Park. The median household income of approximately $48,900 reflects the modest, semi-self-sufficient lifestyle characteristic of these rural hill communities, home to a mix of long-term residents and newcomers drawn by the bushland setting.

The locality is deeply entwined with the Kinglake National Park, which surrounds much of the range and offers walking trails, picnic areas, and sweeping views across the Yarra Valley below. The Kinglake area carries a profound sense of community resilience — this region was among the hardest hit in Victoria's Black Saturday bushfires of February 2009, and the community has rebuilt and transformed significantly in the years since. Most residents travel to Whittlesea or Hurstbridge for broader shopping and services, and the winding mountain road to Melbourne makes Kinglake Central a genuine tree-change destination for those seeking a quieter, nature-immersed lifestyle.

Kinglake Central falls under postcode 3757 and is governed by the Murrindindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of McEwen, while state elections fall under the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3757
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
McEwen
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.47°, 145.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.98 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3757

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3757, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,948
Median 2023–24
$59,181
▲ 20.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,696

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3757; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hurstbridge
25 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Community bus (limited services) — Whittlesea / Hurstbridge 30-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Hurstbridge then train (~1h 30 min total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Winding mountain road via Kinglake-Whittlesea Road; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural bushland locality with no walkable retail; car is essential for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
413
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
235.7 / 100k
2yr Up 25.9% 10yr Down 36.3%
Motor vehicle theft
101.9 / 100k
2yr Up 21.4% 10yr Down 20.4%
Non-FV assault
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
203.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Murrindindi →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kinglake Central known for? +

Kinglake Central is known for its spectacular bushland setting within the Kinglake National Park, its elevated plateau views across the Yarra Valley, and its remarkable community resilience following the devastating Black Saturday bushfires of February 2009, which heavily impacted this region.

How far is Kinglake Central from Melbourne? +

Kinglake Central is approximately 60 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD, typically a 55-minute to 1 hour 15 minute drive in off-peak conditions via the winding Kinglake-Whittlesea Road.

Does Kinglake Central have public transport? +

Public transport options are very limited in Kinglake Central. There is no direct rail service; the nearest train station is Hurstbridge (approximately 25km away) on the Hurstbridge Line. A community bus provides limited services to Whittlesea and Hurstbridge, but a car is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Kinglake Central? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kinglake Central has a population of approximately 413 residents. The wider Kinglake plateau area, which includes several nearby localities, supports a larger collective rural community.

Is Kinglake Central a good place to live? +

Kinglake Central suits those seeking a genuine tree-change lifestyle surrounded by national park bushland, wildlife, and fresh mountain air. It offers a tight-knit community feel, though residents need to be comfortable with the remoteness, limited services, and bushfire preparedness requirements of living in a forested mountain area.

What is the postcode for Kinglake Central? +

The postcode for Kinglake Central is 3757, which also covers nearby localities in the Kinglake plateau area of the Murrindindi Shire.

Is Kinglake Central a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kinglake Central is part of the Murrindindi 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.