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Meadow Creek

VIC 3678 • Victoria

112
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
73.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine RegionPeacefulAgricultural
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About Meadow Creek

Meadow Creek is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria's King Valley, approximately 230 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 30 kilometres south-west of Wangaratta, in the Ovens Valley region. Covering around 74 square kilometres, it has a population of 112 residents and is characterised by rolling pastoral hills, cleared farmland, and vine-covered slopes at the edge of the alpine foothills. The locality falls within the Ovens Valley state electorate and Nicholls federal electorate, reflecting its place in the agricultural heartland of Victoria's north-east.

Meadow Creek sits within reach of the King Valley wine region, renowned for its Italian-heritage wine producers and vibrant food and wine tourism trail. Wangaratta is the nearest regional centre, offering schools, hospitals, shopping, and V/Line rail connections to Melbourne. The surrounding area provides excellent access to alpine high country, the Ovens River valley, and the King Valley Rail Trail for cycling, making Meadow Creek attractive to both farming families and rural lifestyle enthusiasts with a love of the outdoors.

Meadow Creek falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
73.95 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3678

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3678 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,966
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,461

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3678; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
30 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (limited rural) — Wangaratta / Melbourne 40 min to Wangaratta

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta (~30 km), then V/Line ~2 hr 45 min to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Hume Highway and Great Alpine Road accessible via Wangaratta; car essential for daily life in the King Valley

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Meadow Creek is a rural King Valley locality with no local shops; residents drive to Wangaratta or King Valley towns for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
112
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meadow Creek known for? +

Meadow Creek is known for its setting in the King Valley wine region of north-eastern Victoria, surrounded by rolling pastoral hills and alpine foothills. The broader King Valley area is celebrated for its Italian-heritage wineries and the popular King Valley food and wine trail.

How far is Meadow Creek from Melbourne? +

Meadow Creek is approximately 230 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2 hour 20 minute to 2 hour 50 minute drive via the Hume Highway and through Wangaratta.

Does Meadow Creek have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Meadow Creek. The nearest V/Line station is Wangaratta, approximately 30 kilometres away, which offers rail connections to Melbourne Southern Cross. A car is necessary for daily life.

What is the population of Meadow Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Meadow Creek has a population of 112 residents across its approximately 74 square kilometre area in the Ovens Valley region.

Is Meadow Creek a good place to live? +

Meadow Creek suits those who love rural living with a scenic alpine backdrop and proximity to the renowned King Valley wine country. While everyday services require a drive to Wangaratta, the lifestyle offers space, tranquillity, and easy access to north-east Victoria's outdoor attractions.

What is the postcode for Meadow Creek? +

The postcode for Meadow Creek is 3678, which covers a wide area including Wangaratta surrounds, King Valley, and the broader Ovens Valley region.

Is Meadow Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Meadow Creek is part of the Wangaratta 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.