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Korong Vale

VIC 3520 • Victoria

143
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRemoteAgriculturalQuiet
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About Korong Vale

Korong Vale is a small rural town in north-western Victoria, located within the Shire of Loddon approximately 232 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 85 kilometres north-west of Bendigo. With a population of 143 at the 2021 Census, the town has a proud railway heritage as the historic junction of the Kulwin and Robinvale rail lines, which once supported a busy locomotive depot and railway yard. The town has its roots in the late 19th century, with the Korongvale Post Office opening in 1879.

Today Korong Vale is a quiet rural township surrounded by dryland wheat farming and mixed agriculture. The nearest service centre is Wedderburn, approximately 14 kilometres to the south-west, while Bendigo provides the closest full range of retail, medical, and educational services. The town retains a historical character from its railway era, with wide streets and traditional country architecture that appeal to those drawn to the quieter pace of remote north-western Victoria.

Korong Vale falls under postcode 3520 and is governed by the Loddon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3520
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Loddon
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.41°, 143.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.29 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited or no regular service — Wedderburn / Bendigo N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
232 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Bendigo for V/Line connection to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min - 3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 20min - 2h 40min

🛣️ Car essential; Calder Highway via Bendigo is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural township with minimal local services — car required for almost all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
143
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
321.7 / 100k
2yr Up 55.8% 10yr Down 28.5%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Up 57.8% 10yr Up 269.5%
Non-FV assault
308.8 / 100k
2yr Up 117.5% 10yr Up 22.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
386 / 100k
2yr Up 99.4% 10yr Up 32.6%
View all offence subgroups for Loddon →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Korong Vale known for? +

Korong Vale is known for its railway heritage as the historic junction of the Kulwin and Robinvale rail lines. For many decades it was an important railway town with a locomotive depot, and much of its population consisted of railway workers and their families. Today it is a quiet rural township in the Loddon Shire.

How far is Korong Vale from Melbourne and Bendigo? +

Korong Vale is approximately 232 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 85 kilometres north-west of Bendigo. The drive to Melbourne takes around two and a half hours, while Bendigo is roughly an hour away.

Does Korong Vale have public transport? +

Korong Vale has no active rail or regular bus services. The former railway junction is no longer operational. Residents need a private vehicle for all travel, with Bendigo offering the nearest V/Line train connections to Melbourne.

What is the population of Korong Vale? +

Korong Vale had a population of 143 at the 2021 Census, a slight decline from 168 recorded in 2016. It is a small rural township in the Shire of Loddon in north-western Victoria.

Is Korong Vale a good place to live? +

Korong Vale suits those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle in remote north-western Victoria. Wedderburn, about 14 kilometres south-west, provides basic services, while Bendigo offers the full range of regional amenities. The town has a charming historical character shaped by its railway past.

What is the postcode for Korong Vale? +

The postcode for Korong Vale is 3520, within the Shire of Loddon in north-western Victoria.

Is Korong Vale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Korong Vale is part of the Loddon 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.