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Maindample

VIC 3723 • Victoria

239
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
89.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHigh CountryLifestyleRegional VictoriaNature
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About Maindample

Maindample is a small township in north-east Victoria's Shire of Mansfield, located approximately 174 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 14 kilometres west of Mansfield. Sitting near Lake Eildon and the Howqua River valley, Maindample has a population of around 239 and serves as a quiet rural community along the Maroondah Highway corridor. The historic Bridge Inn Hotel — since destroyed by fire in 2010 — was once the town's social centrepiece.

Maindample appeals to those seeking a relaxed rural lifestyle with easy access to Lake Eildon water sports, skiing at Mount Buller (approximately 90 kilometres away), and the scenic beauty of the Victorian High Country. Mansfield provides the nearest supermarkets, schools, and services. The surrounding agricultural land is used for cattle grazing and mixed farming, giving the township a classic Victorian rural character.

Maindample falls under postcode 3723 and is governed by the Mansfield 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
3723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mansfield
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.89°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
89.83 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3723

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3723 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,391
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3723; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Mansfield / Alexandra ~20 min to Mansfield

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
174 km
By Car (Peak)
~2h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2h

🛣️ No direct public transport to Melbourne. Residents must drive; nearest V/Line service is at Seymour (~85km west).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Maindample is a dispersed rural township with no local transit or walkable retail. A car is essential for all daily needs including shopping and schooling.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
239
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
118.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.9% 10yr Down 51.1%
Motor vehicle theft
72.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 20.9%
Non-FV assault
209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 16.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
182.3 / 100k
2yr Up 28.2% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mansfield →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maindample known for? +

Maindample is a quiet rural township in the Mansfield Shire, set in scenic farmland on the approaches to the Victorian Alps. It is a small, close-knit farming community with easy access to Mansfield's services and the High Country recreational areas.

How far is Maindample from Melbourne? +

Maindample is approximately 174 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour drive via the Maroondah Highway and Mansfield.

Does Maindample have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Maindample. The nearest V/Line service is a coach to Mansfield or Seymour. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Maindample? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maindample has a population of approximately 239 residents, a small rural community in the Mansfield Shire of north-east Victoria.

Is Maindample a good place to live? +

Maindample suits farming families and those seeking a very quiet rural lifestyle near the Victorian High Country, with Mansfield's services and the alpine resorts accessible within a short drive.

What is the postcode for Maindample? +

The postcode for Maindample is 3723.

Is Maindample a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maindample is part of the Mansfield 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.