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Lillicur

VIC 3371 • Victoria

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulAffordable
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About Lillicur

Lillicur is a small rural locality in the Pyrenees Shire of central-western Victoria, situated near the town of Avoca and approximately 71 kilometres north-west of Ballarat. The locality covers around 52 square kilometres of undulating pastoral and agricultural land in Victoria's Central Highlands, with the Pyrenees wine country and Avoca River valley forming part of the broader regional landscape. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 85 residents, a significant increase from just 29 in 2016, reflecting modest growth in this quiet farming community. Properties in the area tend to be large rural holdings used for sheep grazing, cropping, and hobby farming.

Residents of Lillicur rely on the nearby town of Avoca for everyday shopping, schooling, and community services, with Maryborough also accessible to the north-east and Ballarat within an hour's drive to the south-east. The Pyrenees region is well regarded for its emerging wine industry, with a number of boutique vineyards and cellar doors in the broader shire. The locality's flat to gently rolling terrain supports productive agricultural activity, and the area is home to significant diatomite deposits of geological interest. For those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a region recognised for its wine, history, and open landscapes, Lillicur offers affordable acreage within reasonable reach of regional services.

Lillicur falls under postcode 3371 and is governed by the Central Goldfields Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3371
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Goldfields
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.20°, 143.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.48 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3371

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3371 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,473
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,787

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3371; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Avoca Station
10 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service to Lillicur — N/A Car required; Avoca is nearest service point

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
Drive to Avoca Station (approx. 10 min), then V/Line to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min via Pyrenees Highway and Western Ring Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 15 min via Pyrenees Highway

🛣️ Avoca is the nearest service town. Ballarat (71 km south-east) provides a full range of regional services and transport connections.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lillicur is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services — residents must drive to Avoca or Maryborough for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
290.1 / 100k
2yr Up 45.8% 10yr Down 28.4%
Motor vehicle theft
152.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.2%
Non-FV assault
500.4 / 100k
2yr Up 74.2% 10yr Up 63.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
304.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Central Goldfields →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lillicur known for? +

Lillicur is a quiet pastoral locality in the Pyrenees Shire, known for its agricultural character and proximity to the Pyrenees wine region, which features several boutique vineyards and cellar doors.

How far is Lillicur from Melbourne? +

Lillicur is approximately 185 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, about 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes by car via the Pyrenees Highway.

Does Lillicur have public transport? +

There is no public bus service to Lillicur itself. The nearest V/Line train station is Avoca, approximately 10 kilometres away, which provides rail connections to Ballarat and Melbourne.

What is the population of Lillicur? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lillicur has a population of 85 residents — a notable increase from 29 in 2016 — across a rural area of approximately 52 square kilometres in the Pyrenees Shire.

Is Lillicur a good place to live? +

Lillicur suits those drawn to a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable land in a region known for wine country and pastoral scenery. Avoca provides nearby schooling and basic services, with Ballarat accessible for larger shopping and healthcare needs.

What is the postcode for Lillicur? +

The postcode for Lillicur, Victoria is 3371.

Is Lillicur a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lillicur is part of the Central Goldfields 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.