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Mitchellstown

VIC 3608 • Victoria

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRiversidePeacefulAgricultural
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About Mitchellstown

Mitchellstown is a small rural locality in the Strathbogie Shire of north-central Victoria, situated on the Goulburn River approximately 10 kilometres north of Nagambie and around 134 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. With a population of 71 residents recorded in the 2021 Census and covering roughly 53 square kilometres, Mitchellstown is a sparsely settled farming community set within the rich pastoral and viticultural landscape of the Goulburn Valley wine region. The area has a median household income aligned with surrounding agricultural communities in the Strathbogie Shire.

Mitchellstown carries significant historical heritage, having been named after Major Thomas Mitchell who crossed the Goulburn River here during his Third Expedition in 1836. The heritage-listed Mitchellstown Bridge, opened in 1895, remains a local landmark along the river. The locality sits within close proximity to the celebrated Nagambie Lakes wine subregion, home to iconic wineries such as Tahbilk (established 1860) and Mitchelton, both of which are short drives away. Nagambie, the nearest service town, offers shops, schools, a train station, and lake-based recreation, while the broader Goulburn Valley draws visitors for fishing, cycling, and cellar-door experiences. Mitchellstown suits those who value a quiet riverside rural lifestyle with easy access to regional amenities and winemaking heritage.

Mitchellstown falls under postcode 3608 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
3608
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Strathbogie
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 145.10°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.67 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3608

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3608, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,820
Median 2023–24
$54,612
▲ 24.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,774

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3608; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nagambie
10 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach connections via Nagambie — Seymour / Shepparton / Melbourne Approx. 15 min drive to Nagambie Station

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
134 km
By Train
Drive to Nagambie Station (~10 km), then V/Line Shepparton Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 50 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 25 min - 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Access via Goulburn Valley Highway; Nagambie 10 km south for train and local services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mitchellstown is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Nagambie serving as the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 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 Mitchellstown. 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 Mitchellstown known for? +

Mitchellstown is known for its significant historical heritage — it was named after Major Thomas Mitchell who crossed the Goulburn River here in 1836, and the heritage-listed Mitchellstown Bridge (1895) remains a local landmark. The locality is also close to world-renowned wineries Tahbilk and Mitchelton in the Nagambie Lakes wine subregion.

How far is Mitchellstown from Melbourne? +

Mitchellstown is approximately 134 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, around a 1 hour 40 minute drive via the Hume and Goulburn Valley Highways. The nearest town, Nagambie, is approximately 10 kilometres to the south.

Does Mitchellstown have public transport? +

Mitchellstown itself has no local public transport or bus services. The nearest train station is Nagambie, approximately 10 kilometres south, served by V/Line's Shepparton Line connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is required to access public transport.

What is the population of Mitchellstown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mitchellstown has a population of 71 residents. The locality covers approximately 53 square kilometres in the Strathbogie Shire of north-central Victoria.

Is Mitchellstown a good place to live? +

Mitchellstown suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle along the Goulburn River, with easy access to Nagambie's lake-based recreation, schools, and amenities, and within reach of some of Victoria's finest wineries. It is ideal for farmers, retirees, and those seeking a peaceful country retreat within reach of regional centres.

What is the postcode for Mitchellstown? +

The postcode for Mitchellstown, Victoria is 3608, shared with Nagambie and several other localities in the Strathbogie Shire and Goulburn Valley region.

Is Mitchellstown a safe area? +

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