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Langley

VIC 3444 • Victoria

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Langley

Langley is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the Mount Alexander Shire approximately 15 kilometres south of Kyneton and around 90 kilometres north of Melbourne. Covering roughly 24 square kilometres, it is nestled among the undulating hills and open paddocks of the Macedon Ranges foothills, with a 2021 Census population of approximately 52 residents. The median household income in the locality reflects the character of a semi-rural community on the edge of Melbourne's commuter belt.

Kyneton is the nearest significant service town, offering supermarkets, schools, restaurants, and the Calder Freeway providing relatively straightforward access to Melbourne. The surrounding area is popular with tree-changers and rural lifestyle property seekers, attracted by the scenic rolling countryside and the historic character of the broader Macedon Ranges region. Langley offers a peaceful rural retreat within practical reach of central Victoria's regional amenities.

Langley falls under postcode 3444 and is governed by the Mount Alexander Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3444
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mount Alexander
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.17°, 144.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.78 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3444

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3444, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,507
Median 2023–24
$55,181
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,120

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3444; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Station
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for local travel N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
V/Line from Kyneton to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 1 hr 5 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Calder Freeway provides good highway access; Kyneton is the nearest rail town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Langley is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable services; a car is needed for all errands, with Kyneton providing the nearest shops and facilities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
304.2 / 100k
2yr Up 56.5% 10yr Down 14.6%
Motor vehicle theft
118.8 / 100k
2yr Up 22.2% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
232.9 / 100k
2yr Up 65.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
313.7 / 100k
2yr Up 43.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mount Alexander →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Langley known for? +

Langley is a quiet rural locality in the Macedon Ranges foothills, known for its scenic rolling hills and proximity to Kyneton, attracting tree-changers and rural lifestyle property seekers.

How far is Langley from Melbourne? +

Langley is approximately 90 kilometres north of Melbourne, typically a 55 minute to 1.5 hour drive via the Calder Freeway depending on traffic.

Does Langley have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Langley directly. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Kyneton (approximately 15 km away), offering regular trains to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Langley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Langley has a population of approximately 52 residents, reflecting its character as a small semi-rural locality near Kyneton.

Is Langley a good place to live? +

Langley is well-suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within reach of Melbourne, with the Macedon Ranges offering scenic landscapes and Kyneton providing good local services.

What is the postcode for Langley? +

The postcode for Langley, VIC is 3444.

Is Langley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Langley is part of the Mount Alexander 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.