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Lindenow

VIC 3865 • Victoria

527
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietGippsland
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About Lindenow

Lindenow is a small agricultural town in the Shire of East Gippsland, Victoria, located on the Bairnsdale-Dargo Road approximately 20 kilometres west of Bairnsdale and 257 kilometres east of Melbourne. With a population of around 527 residents, the town sits on the fertile flood plains of the Mitchell River valley, land renowned for its productive vegetable growing. The area forms part of the broader East Gippsland region, celebrated for its natural landscapes and agricultural output.

Lindenow's rich river flats produce premium vegetables distributed throughout Australia, making horticulture and agriculture the foundation of the local economy and community identity. The nearby Mitchell River National Park offers spectacular gorges, towering cliffs, and the culturally significant Den of Nargun, a site of Aboriginal legend set amid ancient temperate rainforest. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle, with the larger regional centre of Bairnsdale providing access to supermarkets, secondary schools, hospital services, and the Bairnsdale rail connection to Melbourne.

Lindenow falls under postcode 3865 and is governed by the East Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3865
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.80°, 147.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.91 km²
Population Density
41 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3865

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3865 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,589
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,046

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3865; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale Station
20 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Bairnsdale 25-30 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
257 km
By Train
Drive to Bairnsdale Station (~20 min), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~3 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min via Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr via Princes Highway

🛣️ Car essential for local travel; Princes Highway is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lindenow is a small rural town with minimal walkable services; a car is essential for shopping and daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
527
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lindenow known for? +

Lindenow is known for its highly productive river flat vegetable farms, which supply premium produce to markets across Australia. The nearby Mitchell River National Park, with its spectacular gorges and the Den of Nargun, is also a major attraction in the area.

How far is Lindenow from Bairnsdale? +

Lindenow is approximately 20 kilometres west of Bairnsdale, making it a short 20-25 minute drive along the Bairnsdale-Dargo Road.

Does Lindenow have public transport? +

Lindenow has very limited public transport. The nearest train station is at Bairnsdale, approximately 20 km away, which provides V/Line services to Melbourne. A car is essential for residents of Lindenow.

What is the population of Lindenow? +

Lindenow had a population of approximately 527 residents at the 2021 Census, making it a small but close-knit agricultural community in East Gippsland.

Is Lindenow a good place to live? +

Lindenow suits those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by East Gippsland's beautiful natural scenery. With Bairnsdale nearby for services and Melbourne reachable by road or V/Line train, it offers genuine country living with reasonable regional connections.

What is the postcode for Lindenow? +

The postcode for Lindenow, VIC is 3865.

Is Lindenow a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lindenow is part of the East Gippsland 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.