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Maryborough

VIC 3465 • Rest of VIC

8,160
Population (2021)
$45,552
Median Household Income
46.10 km²
Area
$240/wk
Median Rent
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About Maryborough

Maryborough is a historic regional town in central Victoria, located approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Melbourne in the Central Goldfields Shire. With a population of around 8,160 and a median age of 51, the town is a former gold rush centre with a proud heritage. Maryborough features stunning Victorian-era architecture, including its iconic railway station, often described as 'a train station with a town attached'.

Maryborough offers an affordable, community-focused lifestyle with a strong arts and heritage scene. The town has essential amenities including Coles, Woolworths, schools, a hospital and sporting facilities. Residents enjoy the surrounding goldfields countryside, local markets and a growing creative community. The town attracts retirees, families seeking affordable housing, and tree-changers looking for a quieter pace of life.

Maryborough falls under postcode 3465 and is governed by Central Goldfields Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3465
Urban Area
Castlemaine - Kerang
LGA / Council
Central Goldfields
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.05°, 143.74°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
46.10 km²
Elevation
242m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Maryborough for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$380K
50 sales · ▼ 1.9% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$315K
7 sales · ▼ 10% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
51 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Maryborough to Castlemaine/Bendigo 45 min to Castlemaine
  • Town Bus — Local Maryborough services 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
2 hr 45 min (V/Line to Southern Cross)
By Bus
3 hr 30 min (coach via Castlemaine)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Daily V/Line train service; also coach connection via Castlemaine to Bendigo line

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre amenities are walkable for many residents; outer areas require a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Burke Street Maryborough 3465 VIC
  • Woolworths
    Tuaggra Street Maryborough 3465 VIC

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
290.1 / 100k
2yr Up 45.8% 10yr Down 28.4%
Motor vehicle theft
152.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.2%
Non-FV assault
500.4 / 100k
2yr Up 74.2% 10yr Up 63.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
304.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Central Goldfields →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,921
Census 2021
8,160
▲ 3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,816
Personal Income 2021
$26,572
▲ 11.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$26,572 / yr
$511/wk
Household
$45,552 / yr
$876/wk
Family
$63,440 / yr
$1220/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,884
Born Overseas 714

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 234
  • 2. New Zealand 61
  • 3. Philippines 60
  • 4. Netherlands 49
  • 5. India 38
  • 6. Nepal 31
  • 7. Scotland 25
  • 8. Germany 16
  • 9. Greece 12
  • 10. Italy 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,747
Australian 3,546
Scottish 935
Irish 881
German 310
Italian 216
Australian Aboriginal 193
Dutch 111
Chinese 67
Filipino 66

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

6,133
Both parents born in Australia
922
Both parents born overseas
575
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.1%
No Religion
44.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
348 (4.3%)
5-14 years
861 (10.6%)
15-19 years
416 (5.1%)
20-24 years
360 (4.4%)
25-34 years
809 (9.9%)
35-44 years
658 (8.1%)
45-54 years
946 (11.6%)
55-64 years
1,109 (13.6%)
65-74 years
1,296 (15.9%)
75-84 years
958 (11.7%)
85+ years
395 (4.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maryborough known for? +

Maryborough is known for its spectacular Victorian-era railway station, reportedly described by Mark Twain as a railway station with a town attached. The town has a rich gold rush heritage with impressive architecture and is popular for antique enthusiasts.

How far is Maryborough from Melbourne? +

Maryborough is approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour drive via the Calder Highway and Midland Highway, or approximately 2 hours by V/Line train.

Does Maryborough have public transport? +

Maryborough station provides V/Line Maryborough Line train services to Melbourne Southern Cross, approximately 2 hours away. This makes Maryborough one of the better-connected regional towns in central Victoria.

What is the population of Maryborough? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maryborough has a population of approximately 8,160 residents, making it the major service centre of the Central Goldfields Shire.

Is Maryborough a good place to live? +

Maryborough offers very affordable regional living with heritage character, direct V/Line rail access to Melbourne, and a full range of local services. It suits retirees, families, and those seeking affordable property ownership in central Victoria's Goldfields region.

What is the postcode for Maryborough? +

The postcode for Maryborough is 3465.

What is the average income in Maryborough? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Maryborough is about $511 per week (around $26,600 per year). The median household income is $876 per week and the median family income is $1,220 per week.

What is the median house price in Maryborough? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $379,500, down 1.9% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $315,000, down 10% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Maryborough? +

The median age in Maryborough is 51. The largest age group is 65–74 (1,296 residents, around 16%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 32% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Maryborough a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maryborough is part of the Central Goldfields 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.

How much is rent in Maryborough? +

In Maryborough, the median weekly rent is $240, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,000 (2021 Census).