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Lake Powell

VIC 3597 • Victoria

86
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
138.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgricultural
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About Lake Powell

Lake Powell is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Mallee region of north-western Victoria, situated approximately 23 kilometres from Robinvale within the Rural City of Swan Hill. Covering nearly 139 square kilometres of flat, semi-arid Mallee country, the locality is characterised by dryland cropping, pastoral grazing, and proximity to significant wetlands. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 86 residents spread across a large land area, reflecting its remote and agricultural character. The ATO data does not record a median income figure for the postcode, indicative of the small residential population in the area.

The locality takes its name from a significant natural wetland — Lake Powell and the nearby Lake Carpul — which are important environmental assets in the Mallee landscape and have hosted extraordinary waterbird breeding events following environmental water deliveries to the lakes. The broader area around Robinvale is part of Victoria's productive Murray River irrigation district, with horticultural production including table grapes, citrus and almonds. The nearest services for residents are in Robinvale, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and access to the Murray River. Daily life in Lake Powell is dependent on private vehicle transport, and the locality appeals to those who value wide-open spaces and a working rural environment.

Lake Powell falls under postcode 3597 and is governed by the Swan Hill Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3597
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.97°, 143.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
138.86 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3597

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3597 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,150
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,901

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3597; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Robinvale (nearest town) Car only; approx. 20–25 min drive

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Swan Hill (approx. 100 km) for V/Line train to Southern Cross (approx. 3 hr)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr – 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 30 min – 5 hr

🛣️ Highly remote locality; car is the only practical mode of transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All daily errands require a car; there are no shops or services within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
86
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
242.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
166.6 / 100k
2yr Up 35.9% 10yr Up 20.1%
Non-FV assault
433.2 / 100k
2yr Down 12.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Up 57.9% 10yr Up 40.2%
View all offence subgroups for Swan Hill →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lake Powell known for? +

Lake Powell, Victoria, is known for its significant natural wetlands — Lake Powell and the nearby Lake Carpul — which are important Mallee ecosystems and have hosted extraordinary waterbird breeding events following environmental water deliveries. The surrounding area is part of the productive Murray River irrigation region.

How far is Lake Powell from Melbourne CBD? +

Lake Powell is approximately 480 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, roughly a 4.5 to 5.5 hour drive via the Calder Freeway and Sunraysia Highway.

Does Lake Powell have public transport? +

Lake Powell has no scheduled public transport. The nearest town is Robinvale, approximately 23 kilometres away, and a private vehicle is essential for all travel in the area.

What is the population of Lake Powell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lake Powell has a population of 86 residents, spread across nearly 139 square kilometres of rural Mallee land in the Rural City of Swan Hill.

Is Lake Powell a good place to live? +

Lake Powell is suited to those seeking a remote, rural lifestyle in the Mallee region, with wide-open spaces and proximity to the Murray River irrigation district. Residents need to be fully self-sufficient, as all services are accessed via Robinvale or further afield.

What is the postcode for Lake Powell? +

The postcode for Lake Powell, VIC is 3597.

Is Lake Powell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lake Powell is part of the Swan Hill 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.