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Lima East

VIC 3673 • Victoria

165
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
54.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Lima East

Lima East is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated within Benalla Rural City approximately 147 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Covering around 54.5 square kilometres of mixed farmland, the locality sits in the foothill country south of Benalla, part of the broader Lima district known historically for dairying and mixed agriculture. With a 2021 Census population of 165, Lima East is a sparsely populated farming community.

The locality and surrounding Lima district developed as a dairying region, with local farmers also carrying on mixed farming including beef cattle. Residents travel to Benalla or Wangaratta for everyday services, schools, and shopping. The rugged ranges and farmland of the Ovens Valley region to the east offer scenic landscapes and opportunities for rural lifestyle properties, attracting those seeking a quieter existence away from the city.

Lima East falls under postcode 3673 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3673
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.67°, 146.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
54.54 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3673

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3673 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,764
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,527

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3673; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Benalla
25 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — Benalla Approx 30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
147 km
By Train
Nearest station: Benalla (approx 25km). Trains from Benalla to Melbourne take approx 2 hrs on the North East Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min–1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via the Hume Freeway (M31) through Benalla. No direct public transport from Lima East.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lima East is a dispersed rural locality with no village centre; all daily errands require a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
165
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Down 23.0%
Motor vehicle theft
190 / 100k
2yr Up 150.9% 10yr Up 66.0%
Non-FV assault
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 27.5% 10yr Down 48.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 44.3% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence subgroups for Benalla →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lima East known for? +

Lima East is known as part of the historic Lima farming district of north-east Victoria, where dairying and mixed farming have been the mainstay since the late 1800s. The locality offers a quiet rural lifestyle amid the foothills and pastoral country south of Benalla.

How far is Lima East from Melbourne? +

Lima East is approximately 147 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, making it roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Hume Freeway. The town of Benalla, approximately 25 kilometres away, is the nearest major service centre.

Does Lima East have public transport? +

Lima East has no public transport services. The nearest train station is Benalla, approximately 25 kilometres away, on the North East Line connecting Melbourne with Albury. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Lima East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lima East has a population of 165 people spread across approximately 54.5 square kilometres. It is a sparsely populated rural locality within Benalla Rural City.

Is Lima East a good place to live? +

Lima East appeals to those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle in the scenic foothill country of north-east Victoria. It suits farmers, hobby farmers, and those who value open space and quietude, though all services and amenities require a drive to Benalla or Wangaratta.

What is the postcode for Lima East? +

The postcode for Lima East, Victoria is 3673, shared with the wider Benalla area and surrounding localities.

Is Lima East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lima East is part of the Benalla 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.