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Lemnos

VIC 3631 • Victoria

251
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Lemnos

Lemnos is a small rural locality on the outskirts of Shepparton in the Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, within the Greater Shepparton City Council area. Established in 1927 as a soldier settlement area, the locality has a population of 251 and covers around 19 square kilometres on the fringe of one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. The median household income of around $46,479 reflects a predominantly working and agricultural community.

The Goulburn Valley is renowned for its fruit orchards, dairy farming, and viticulture, and Lemnos sits within this fertile landscape just minutes from the major regional centre of Shepparton. Residents have easy access to Shepparton's extensive services, including shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and transport links. The locality offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with the convenience of a large regional city close at hand, making it attractive to farming families and those seeking space on the city's edge.

Lemnos falls under postcode 3631 and is governed by the Greater Shepparton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3631
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.43°, 145.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.12 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3631

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3631, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,479
Median 2023–24
$56,726
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,423

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3631; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
5 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • McIvor Highway Bus / local services — Shepparton CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hrs from Shepparton Station via Shepparton Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway are the main routes to Melbourne; car is essential locally

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural-fringe locality with no walkable shops or services; residents drive to Shepparton for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
251
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.8%
Motor vehicle theft
341.7 / 100k
2yr Up 92.0% 10yr Up 49.2%
Non-FV assault
473.5 / 100k
2yr Up 11.4% 10yr Up 34.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
696.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Shepparton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lemnos known for? +

Lemnos is known for its agricultural heritage — established as a soldier settlement in 1927 — and its position on the fertile fringes of Shepparton in the Goulburn Valley. The surrounding landscape is characterised by fruit orchards, dairy farms, and vineyards.

How far is Lemnos from Melbourne CBD? +

Lemnos is approximately 180 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2-hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway, or about 2 hours by train from nearby Shepparton Station.

Does Lemnos have public transport? +

Lemnos itself has no rail service, but Shepparton Station — on the Melbourne-Shepparton rail line — is approximately 5 kilometres away. Local bus routes connect surrounding areas to Shepparton, though a car is the most practical option for Lemnos residents.

What is the population of Lemnos? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lemnos has a population of 251 residents across approximately 19 square kilometres, making it a small rural locality on the edge of the greater Shepparton urban area.

Is Lemnos a good place to live? +

Lemnos offers a quiet rural lifestyle with the convenience of Shepparton's services just minutes away. It appeals to those who want space and a country feel while remaining connected to a major regional centre with shopping, healthcare, and schools.

What is the postcode for Lemnos? +

The postcode for Lemnos is 3631, shared with Shepparton and surrounding localities in the Goulburn Valley.

Is Lemnos a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lemnos is part of the Greater Shepparton 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.