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Kirwans Bridge

VIC 3608 • Victoria

134
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideHistoricQuietCar-Dependent
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About Kirwans Bridge

Kirwans Bridge is a small rural locality in the Shire of Strathbogie in north-east Victoria, situated approximately 143 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 5 kilometres north of the town of Nagambie on the Goulburn River. With a population of 134 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers around 12 square kilometres of river country and pastoral land. It is named after a heritage-listed timber bridge — at 310 metres, the longest timber bridge in Victoria — which crosses the Goulburn River and was opened in 1890.

Kirwans Bridge is closely linked to the town of Nagambie, which provides local amenities including shops, cafes, a primary school, and access to the popular Nagambie Lakes recreation area — well-known for rowing, sailing, and water sports. The Goulburn River and surrounding wine country make the area attractive to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with scenic surroundings. Nagambie railway station, on the Shepparton Line, is located approximately 5 kilometres south, providing a V/Line rail connection to Melbourne and Shepparton. A private vehicle is still essential for most daily needs.

Kirwans Bridge falls under postcode 3608 and is governed by the Strathbogie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3608
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Strathbogie
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 145.10°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.42 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3608

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3608, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,820
Median 2023–24
$54,612
▲ 24.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,774

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3608; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nagambie Station
5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No local bus to Kirwans Bridge — V/Line from Nagambie to Melbourne or Shepparton Approx. 1 hr 30 min to Melbourne (from Nagambie)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
143 km
By Train
Drive to Nagambie Station (5 km), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway. Nagambie is the nearest town with shops, fuel, and rail.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kirwans Bridge is a rural locality with no local shops; residents drive to Nagambie (5 km) for all services and daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
134
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
236.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.9 / 100k
2yr Up 87.1% 10yr Up 82.6%
Non-FV assault
143.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.0% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.5% 10yr Up 63.7%
View all offence subgroups for Strathbogie →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kirwans Bridge known for? +

Kirwans Bridge is best known for its heritage-listed timber bridge — at 310 metres, the longest timber bridge in Victoria — which crosses the Goulburn River and was built in 1890. The locality is also known for its proximity to the Nagambie Lakes recreation precinct.

How far is Kirwans Bridge from Melbourne? +

Kirwans Bridge is approximately 143 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic via the Hume Freeway.

Does Kirwans Bridge have public transport? +

Kirwans Bridge itself has no bus or rail service, but Nagambie Station (approximately 5 km away) offers V/Line train services to Melbourne (Southern Cross) and Shepparton on the Shepparton Line.

What is the population of Kirwans Bridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kirwans Bridge has a population of 134 residents, residing in a compact rural area of approximately 12 square kilometres on the Goulburn River.

Is Kirwans Bridge a good place to live? +

Kirwans Bridge offers a peaceful riverside rural lifestyle with the charm of historical heritage and proximity to Nagambie’s lakes and wine country. It suits those who enjoy river and outdoor recreation and are comfortable commuting to Nagambie or further afield for work and services.

What is the postcode for Kirwans Bridge? +

The postcode for Kirwans Bridge, Victoria is 3608.

Is Kirwans Bridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kirwans Bridge is part of the Strathbogie 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.