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Kotta

VIC 3565 • Victoria

134
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
57.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalMurray RegionQuietAffordable
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About Kotta

Kotta is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated approximately 20 kilometres west of Echuca and within the Campaspe Shire. With a population of around 134 residents, the locality is set amid flat, productive agricultural land characteristic of the Murray-Darling Basin. The area sits close to the border with the Loddon Shire and is part of the broader Murray region, known for its irrigation farming and river tourism.

The local economy is driven by irrigated agriculture, including horticulture, dairying, and broadacre cropping supported by the Murray irrigation network. Residents have access to services in Echuca, the major regional centre known for its historic paddle-steamer port and vibrant tourism industry on the Murray River. The region is popular with visitors for Murray River recreation, fishing, and the historic Echuca-Moama heritage precinct. Kotta suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable land and proximity to Echuca's growing amenities.

Kotta falls under postcode 3565 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3565
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.18°, 144.51°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.39 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Echuca Station
20 km
V/Line – Echuca line (services to Melbourne via Bendigo)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach Echuca–Rochester — Echuca / Rochester ~25 min to Echuca

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
205 km
By Train
~3 hr via V/Line from Echuca (after 20 min drive to station)
By Bus
~3 hr 30 min via V/Line coach to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
~2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Drive to Echuca station (~20 min) to connect to V/Line Melbourne services. Bendigo is an intermediate regional hub at ~100km.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fully rural locality with no local shops or services. All amenities require a drive to Echuca or Rochester.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 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 Campaspe Local Government Area, which contains Kotta. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kotta known for? +

Kotta is a quiet agricultural locality in northern Victoria's Murray irrigation district, known for irrigated horticulture, dairying, and broadacre cropping. It sits within easy reach of Echuca and the Murray River.

How far is Kotta from Echuca? +

Kotta is approximately 20 kilometres west of Echuca, around a 20-25 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 220 kilometres south, roughly a 2.5 hour drive.

Does Kotta have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kotta. Echuca station, approximately 20 km away, provides V/Line train services. A car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the population of Kotta? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kotta has a population of approximately 134 residents, a very small rural community in the Campaspe Shire.

Is Kotta a good place to live? +

Kotta suits farming families and those seeking a very quiet rural lifestyle in the Murray irrigation district, with Echuca's services (shops, schools, hospital, and Murray River attractions) accessible within a short drive.

What is the postcode for Kotta? +

The postcode for Kotta is 3565.

Is Kotta a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kotta is part of the Campaspe 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.