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Lancaster

VIC 3620 • Victoria

398
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
43.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalFamily-FriendlyQuietGoulburn Valley

About Lancaster

Lancaster is a small locality in Victoria's Goulburn Valley, situated approximately 216 kilometres north of Melbourne, 29 kilometres north-west of Shepparton, and 11 kilometres east of Kyabram, spanning parts of both the Shire of Campaspe and the City of Greater Shepparton. With a 2021 Census population of 398 across 43 square kilometres of productive irrigation country, the locality sits within one of Australia's most important agricultural regions. The area was named after Thomas Lancaster, an early settler and the father of state parliamentarian Samuel Lancaster.

Lancaster is home to a local Australian Rules football team competing in the Kyabram & District Football League, a reflection of the close-knit community spirit that defines small Goulburn Valley towns. The locality has a primary school serving local families, while Kyabram — just 11 kilometres to the west — provides shopping, medical services, and further schooling options. The broader Goulburn Valley region is renowned for its fruit orchards, dairy farms, and irrigated pastures, making Lancaster an ideal base for those who value a rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most productive farming landscapes.

Lancaster falls under postcode 3620 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3620
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.28°, 145.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
43.29 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton
29 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • V/Line regional services — Shepparton / Melbourne Nearest stop Kyabram (~11 km) or Shepparton (~29 km)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
216 km
By Train
Drive to Shepparton station (~29 km), then approx. 2 hrs to Melbourne via V/Line Shepparton line
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min – 3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 10 min – 2 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Goulburn Valley Highway provides main access to Melbourne; Shepparton is the regional service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; most services are in Kyabram (11 km) or Shepparton (29 km)

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
398
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lancaster known for? +

Lancaster is a small Goulburn Valley locality known for its agricultural setting in the heart of Victoria's irrigation country, a local primary school, and a community football team competing in the Kyabram & District Football League.

How far is Lancaster from Melbourne CBD? +

Lancaster is approximately 216 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, with a typical drive time of around 2.5 hours via the Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Lancaster have public transport? +

Lancaster has no direct train or bus services; the nearest V/Line station is at Shepparton (approximately 29 km away), which provides services to Melbourne. Kyabram, 11 kilometres to the west, may have local V/Line coach connections. A private car is the primary mode of transport.

What is the population of Lancaster? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lancaster has a population of 398 residents within its 43-square-kilometre area, making it a small but established Goulburn Valley community.

Is Lancaster a good place to live? +

Lancaster suits those who enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle in a productive agricultural region, with access to the services and amenities of nearby Kyabram and Shepparton. The strong local community spirit and school make it a solid choice for farming families.

What is the postcode for Lancaster? +

The postcode for Lancaster is 3620, located in the Goulburn Valley region of northern Victoria.