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Meringur

VIC 3496 • Victoria

70
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
751.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteOutbackRuralAgriculturalHistoric
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About Meringur

Meringur is a remote rural locality and small township in the north-west corner of Victoria, situated in the Millewa region of the Mallee within the Mildura Rural City local government area. The locality covers a vast area of approximately 752 square kilometres, and the 2021 Census recorded a population of around 70 people across the broader locality. Meringur lies approximately 93 kilometres west of Mildura and around 35 kilometres east of the South Australian border, making it one of Victoria's most isolated communities.

The Meringur township, established following the opening of the Werrimull–Meringur railway line in 1925, today retains a small post office and the much-loved Millewa Pioneer Village — a remarkable volunteer-built collection of original Mallee buildings and historical artefacts that celebrates the heritage of the Millewa settlers. The surrounding landscape of open mallee scrub and vast grain-farming properties gives the region a distinctive outback character, with wheat and grain farming the dominant land use. Residents rely on their own vehicles for all daily needs, with Mildura providing the nearest access to full services, hospitals, and secondary education.

Meringur falls under postcode 3496 and is governed by the Mildura Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3496
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mildura
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.39°, 141.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
751.87 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3496

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3496, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,344
Median 2023–24
$50,317
▲ 27.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,548

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3496; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — Mildura (no scheduled public transport to Meringur) Mildura approx. 1 hr by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
No train service; V/Line coach from Mildura to Melbourne takes approx. 8-9 hr
By Car (Peak)
5.5-6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5 hr

🛣️ One of Victoria's most isolated localities; car is the only practical transport option; Mildura (93 km) is the nearest major service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Meringur has only a post office remaining; all other errands require driving to Mildura or other centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
70
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
502.2 / 100k
2yr Down 22.9% 10yr Down 46.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.1 / 100k
2yr Down 24.4% 10yr Up 11.5%
Non-FV assault
445.2 / 100k
2yr Down 10.1% 10yr Up 21.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 88.6%
Steal from vehicle
633.3 / 100k
2yr Down 12.8% 10yr Down 19.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mildura →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meringur known for? +

Meringur is best known for the Millewa Pioneer Village, a volunteer-built collection of original Mallee buildings and historical artefacts celebrating the heritage of early settlers in the Millewa region. The locality is also noted for its vast wheat and grain farming properties and its remote, outback character in the far north-west corner of Victoria.

How far is Meringur from Mildura? +

Meringur is approximately 93 kilometres west of Mildura, around a one hour drive. Mildura is the nearest major centre providing hospitals, schools, shopping, and most essential services.

Does Meringur have public transport? +

Meringur has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service to the locality, and a private vehicle is the only practical means of travel. The nearest V/Line coach connection is at Mildura, approximately 93 kilometres away.

What is the population of Meringur? +

According to the 2021 Census, Meringur and its surrounding locality have a population of approximately 70 residents, with the township itself home to fewer than 25 people. It is one of the most sparsely populated localities in Victoria.

Is Meringur a good place to live? +

Meringur suits those drawn to a genuinely remote rural lifestyle in the Mallee, with a strong sense of community history and open, expansive landscape. The locality is extremely car-dependent, with Mildura the nearest major service centre at 93 kilometres. It is best suited to those already connected to the farming community or seeking a quiet outback existence.

What is the postcode for Meringur? +

The postcode for Meringur, Victoria is 3496.

Is Meringur a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Meringur is part of the Mildura 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.