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Ladys Pass

VIC 3523 • Victoria

118
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
34.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Ladys Pass

Ladys Pass is a rural locality in the City of Greater Bendigo, situated in central Victoria approximately 130 kilometres north of Melbourne, near the historic township of Heathcote. The locality covers around 35 square kilometres of undulating farmland and bushland on the southern fringes of the Greater Bendigo local government area. With a small population of approximately 118, Ladys Pass is a quiet semi-rural community set within the broader McIvor and Heathcote district, known for its grazing land and wine-producing country.

The area forms part of the renowned Heathcote wine region, where red volcanic Cambrian soils produce some of Victoria's most celebrated shiraz. Residents are within easy reach of the charming township of Heathcote, which offers a main street with cafes, wineries, boutique shops, and essential services, as well as Heathcote-Graytown National Park. The lifestyle is distinctly rural and unhurried, appealing to those seeking space and a connection to central Victoria's scenic agricultural landscape, with the regional city of Bendigo accessible to the north.

Ladys Pass falls under postcode 3523 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo 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
3523
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.84°, 144.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.70 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3523

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3523, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,563
Median 2023–24
$48,239
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,977

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3523; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach service — Bendigo / Melbourne (Southern Cross) Approx. 2.5–3 hr to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
No direct rail; drive to Heathcote for V/Line coach connections to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hr

🛣️ Calder Freeway provides the main road corridor; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services in the locality itself; all errands require a drive to Heathcote or Bendigo

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
118
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 33.1%
Motor vehicle theft
258.8 / 100k
2yr Up 62.3% 10yr Up 25.3%
Non-FV assault
400.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.7% 10yr Up 66.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.7 / 100k
2yr Up 192.2% 10yr Up 32.1%
Steal from vehicle
636.9 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Bendigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ladys Pass known for? +

Ladys Pass is a quiet rural locality on the edge of the Heathcote wine region, an area celebrated for its distinctive Cambrian red soils and high-quality shiraz production. The surrounding district is known for grazing, viticulture, and scenic central Victorian countryside.

How far is Ladys Pass from Melbourne? +

Ladys Pass is approximately 130 kilometres north of Melbourne, typically a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Calder Freeway and the Heathcote–Kyneton Road.

Does Ladys Pass have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Ladys Pass. V/Line coach services connect nearby Heathcote to Melbourne and Bendigo, but residents generally rely on private vehicles for all local transport needs.

What is the population of Ladys Pass? +

Ladys Pass has a population of approximately 118 residents according to the 2021 Census, consistent with its character as a small, sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Ladys Pass a good place to live? +

Ladys Pass suits those who value space, natural beauty, and a genuinely rural lifestyle within reach of the Heathcote wine region and the regional city of Bendigo. The area is ideal for those comfortable with country living and relying on a car for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Ladys Pass? +

The postcode for Ladys Pass is 3523.

Is Ladys Pass a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ladys Pass is part of the Greater Bendigo 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.