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Lockington

VIC 3563 • Victoria

850
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
119.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet
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About Lockington

Lockington is a small town in northern Victoria, located within the Shire of Campaspe local government area approximately 198 kilometres north of Melbourne. Situated 25 kilometres from Rochester and 35 kilometres from Echuca, the town recorded a population of 850 at the 2021 Census and covers a substantial 119 square kilometres of the Campaspe district's flat, irrigated agricultural landscape. Lockington sits in the heart of the Murray-Darling Basin region, with a history shaped by the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung, and Yorta Yorta peoples who called this country home for over 26,000 years before European settlement.

Lockington serves as a service centre for the surrounding farming district, with a general store, hotel, primary school, and community facilities. The town lies in a productive agricultural area known for irrigated cropping, dairying, and beef farming, supported by the Campaspe River catchment. Echuca to the north-east offers more comprehensive services including a hospital, secondary schools, and a notable tourist district along the Murray River. Lockington appeals to those who appreciate a close-knit rural community, affordable country living, and the wide open skies of Victoria's northern plains.

Lockington falls under postcode 3563 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3563
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.26°, 144.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
119.70 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3563

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3563 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,548
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,232

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3563; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Echuca / Rochester Approx 30–45 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
198 km
By Train
No direct rail from Lockington; drive to Echuca then Vline coach/train approx 3–3.5 hours total
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours via Northern Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hours via Northern Highway

🛣️ Echuca and Rochester are the nearest larger service towns; Bendigo is 75km south-west

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lockington is a small rural town with very limited local services — a car is essential for most shopping, healthcare, and everyday needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
850
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lockington known for? +

Lockington is known as a quiet agricultural town in the Campaspe Shire of northern Victoria, serving the surrounding irrigated farming district. The area has a deep Indigenous history with the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung, and Yorta Yorta peoples, and the town today has a small, close-knit community.

How far is Lockington from Melbourne? +

Lockington is approximately 198 kilometres north of Melbourne, a drive of around 2 to 3 hours via the Northern Highway through Bendigo or via Echuca.

Does Lockington have public transport? +

Lockington has very limited public transport. There is no direct rail service; the nearest Vline-connected towns are Rochester (25km) and Echuca (35km). A car is the most practical mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Lockington? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lockington has a population of 850 residents across its 119 square kilometre locality within the Shire of Campaspe.

Is Lockington a good place to live? +

Lockington suits those seeking affordable, quiet rural living in northern Victoria with a genuine country community. Its proximity to Echuca — a popular Murray River tourist town — provides access to better services and lifestyle attractions while maintaining a peaceful small-town feel.

What is the postcode for Lockington? +

The postcode for Lockington, VIC is 3563.

Is Lockington a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lockington is part of the Campaspe 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.