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Maintongoon

VIC 3714 • Victoria

75
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingBushlandRemoteCar-Dependent
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About Maintongoon

Maintongoon is a rural locality in the Shire of Murrindindi in north-east Victoria, situated approximately 125 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and around 30 kilometres from the town of Mansfield. The locality spans 63.8 square kilometres of pastoral and forested land in a region characterised by rolling hills, river valleys, and state forest. With a 2021 Census population of 75 residents, Maintongoon is a sparsely settled farming area where beef and dairy production, along with forestry, form the backbone of the local economy.

The Maintongoon area attracts those drawn to a deeply rural lifestyle, with access to bushwalking, camping, fishing, and horse riding in the surrounding state forests and waterways. The nearest significant towns are Alexandra (roughly 10 kilometres away) and Mansfield (around 30 kilometres), which provide supermarkets, schools, and health services. There is no public transport in the area, making a private vehicle a necessity for everyday life. The locality falls within the Murrindindi Shire, a large and scenic shire extending from the ranges north-east of Melbourne.

Maintongoon falls under postcode 3714 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 Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3714
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.13°, 145.78°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.82 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3714

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3714, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,436
Median 2023–24
$47,194
▲ 19.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,973

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3714; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
125 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest coach services depart from Alexandra or Mansfield
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Maroondah Highway and Hume Freeway accessible via Yea; highly car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Maintongoon is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services — residents drive to Alexandra or Mansfield for all everyday needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
75
▲ 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 Maintongoon. 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 Maintongoon known for? +

Maintongoon is known for its rural pastoral character, with beef and dairy farming, state forest, and access to outdoor activities including bushwalking, camping, and fishing in the surrounding north-east Victorian landscape.

How far is Maintongoon from Melbourne? +

Maintongoon is approximately 125 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour 30 minute drive depending on traffic and route.

Does Maintongoon have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Maintongoon. The nearest coach services depart from Alexandra or Mansfield, and a private vehicle is essential for all travel in and around the locality.

What is the population of Maintongoon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maintongoon has a population of 75 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled rural locality within the Shire of Murrindindi.

Is Maintongoon a good place to live? +

Maintongoon suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle with space, natural surroundings, and access to state forests and rivers, though residents must be prepared to drive to Alexandra or Mansfield for all shopping, schooling, and services.

What is the postcode for Maintongoon? +

The postcode for Maintongoon, VIC is 3714.

Is Maintongoon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maintongoon 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.