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Marraweeney

VIC 3669 • Victoria

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Marraweeney

Marraweeney is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated in the Strathbogie Ranges approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Covering around 43 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated farming area with a very small permanent resident population. The locality is typical of the foothills country between the Hume Highway corridor and the high country, with mixed grazing and timber land across undulating terrain.

The nearby town of Nagambie, approximately 20 kilometres to the west, and Euroa to the north-east, provide local services including shops, schools, and community facilities. The broader Strathbogie Shire offers scenic landscapes, with the Strathbogie Ranges popular for cycling, horseriding, and nature walks. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle with reasonable access to the Hume Highway for commuting to larger centres.

Marraweeney falls under postcode 3669 and is governed by the Strathbogie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3669
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Strathbogie
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.63°, 145.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.84 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3669

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3669 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$41,550
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,071

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3669; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Nagambie / Euroa N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Drive to Nagambie station then approx 1 hr 50 min V/Line train
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Hume Highway approximately 15 km to the west; reasonable access for commuters

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
77
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
236.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.9 / 100k
2yr Up 87.1% 10yr Up 82.6%
Non-FV assault
143.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.0% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.5% 10yr Up 63.7%
View all offence subgroups for Strathbogie →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marraweeney known for? +

Marraweeney is a quiet rural locality in the Strathbogie Ranges foothills of central Victoria, known for its mixed grazing land and peaceful hill country setting between Nagambie and Euroa.

How far is Marraweeney from Melbourne? +

Marraweeney is approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour drive via the Hume Highway.

Does Marraweeney have public transport? +

There is no public transport service in Marraweeney. Residents drive to Nagambie or Euroa (approximately 20–25 km) to access V/Line train services on the Melbourne–Albury line.

What is the population of Marraweeney? +

Marraweeney has a very small resident population, with the 2021 Census recording approximately 77 people across around 43 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Marraweeney a good place to live? +

Marraweeney suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in scenic Strathbogie foothills country. It offers space and natural surroundings while remaining within reasonable driving distance of Melbourne via the Hume Highway.

What is the postcode for Marraweeney? +

The postcode for Marraweeney, VIC is 3669.

Is Marraweeney a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Marraweeney is part of the Strathbogie 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.