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Limestone

VIC 3717 • Victoria

121
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
152.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHinterlandAffordable
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About Limestone

Limestone is a rural locality in the Shire of Murrindindi in north-eastern Victoria, situated approximately 123 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 8 kilometres south-east of the town of Yea. Covering a large 153 square kilometres of rolling hills and farmland in the Upper Yea River valley, the locality has a small population of around 121 residents. With a below-average median household income of approximately 8,683, Limestone reflects the quiet, working-farm character typical of the Murrindindi Shire hinterland.

The nearby township of Yea serves as the main service hub for Limestone residents, offering a supermarket, medical services, schools, and a range of local shops and cafes. The surrounding region is popular for scenic drives, fishing, and access to the Victorian highlands. Limestone appeals to hobby farm enthusiasts, small-scale farmers, and those seeking affordable rural property within a manageable drive of Melbourne.

Limestone falls under postcode 3717 and is governed by the Murrindindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3717
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.29°, 145.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
152.85 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3717

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3717, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,683
Median 2023–24
$46,348
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,471

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3717; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach (via Yea) — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) Approx. 1 hr 40 min from Yea

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
123 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach from Yea to Southern Cross Station (approx. 1 hr 40 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Access via Melba Highway and Hume Freeway; Yea is the main local service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local amenities within the locality; all services accessed by car in Yea or further afield

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
121
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
235.7 / 100k
2yr Up 25.9% 10yr Down 36.3%
Motor vehicle theft
101.9 / 100k
2yr Up 21.4% 10yr Down 20.4%
Non-FV assault
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
203.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Murrindindi →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Limestone known for? +

Limestone is known for its wide open farmland and peaceful rural character in the Murrindindi Shire hinterland, set in the rolling hills of the Upper Yea River valley near the town of Yea.

How far is Limestone from Melbourne? +

Limestone is approximately 123 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, typically a 1 hour 20 minute to 2 hour drive depending on traffic and route via the Melba Highway or Hume Freeway.

Does Limestone have public transport? +

Limestone has no direct public transport. The nearest V/Line coach stop is in Yea, approximately 8 kilometres away, which offers bus connections to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Limestone? +

According to the 2021 Census, Limestone has a population of approximately 121 residents, spread across a large rural area of around 153 square kilometres.

Is Limestone a good place to live? +

Limestone suits those seeking affordable rural property in the Victorian highlands, with access to Yea's services and a genuine farming community atmosphere. It is best suited to those comfortable with rural living and car-dependent transport.

What is the postcode for Limestone? +

The postcode for Limestone, Victoria is 3717.

Is Limestone a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Limestone is part of the Murrindindi 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.