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Moonambel

VIC 3478 • Victoria

185
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine CountryPeacefulAgricultural
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About Moonambel

Moonambel is a small town in the Pyrenees Shire of western Victoria, situated along the Stawell-Avoca Road approximately 220 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Home to around 185 residents across a locality of over 63 square kilometres, it sits at the heart of the Pyrenees wine region — one of Victoria's most respected cool-climate wine-producing areas. The town has a modest median income reflective of its rural economy, with housing largely comprising traditional rural residential properties and farming homesteads.

Moonambel is best known for the cluster of boutique wineries and cellar doors that have established the Pyrenees as a destination for wine tourism, with producers such as Summerfield Wines drawing visitors from across the state. The nearby town of Avoca, around 15 kilometres to the east, provides schools, shops, and community services. Life in Moonambel revolves around viticulture, agriculture, and the unhurried pace of country Victoria, offering a distinctive lifestyle for those passionate about wine country living.

Moonambel falls under postcode 3478 and is governed by the Pyrenees Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3478
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Pyrenees
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 143.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.13 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3478

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3478, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,617
Median 2023–24
$49,228
▲ 27.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,813

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3478; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Avoca / Maryborough Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Maryborough (~40 km) for Maryborough Line trains
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Sunraysia Highway and Western Highway provide regional road links; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services in the town itself; Avoca (~15 km) is the closest service hub

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
185
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
386.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.2% 10yr Down 37.2%
Motor vehicle theft
286.5 / 100k
2yr Up 71.5% 10yr Up 74.6%
Non-FV assault
236.6 / 100k
2yr Up 22.8% 10yr Up 15.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
510.6 / 100k
2yr Up 89.3% 10yr Up 33.4%
View all offence subgroups for Pyrenees →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moonambel known for? +

Moonambel is known for being at the heart of the Pyrenees wine region, one of Victoria's most acclaimed cool-climate wine areas. Local producers including Summerfield Wines have helped put the area on the map for wine enthusiasts and cellar door visitors.

How far is Moonambel from Melbourne? +

Moonambel is approximately 220 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Western or Sunraysia Highways.

Does Moonambel have public transport? +

Moonambel has no train or regular bus service. The nearest rail connection is Maryborough, approximately 40 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for living in or visiting Moonambel.

What is the population of Moonambel? +

The 2021 Census recorded Moonambel's population at approximately 185 residents across over 63 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a small rural wine country settlement in the Pyrenees Shire.

Is Moonambel a good place to live? +

Moonambel is ideal for those who love the wine country lifestyle — surrounded by vineyards, cellar doors, and the quiet beauty of the Pyrenees region. The nearby town of Avoca provides most everyday services.

What is the postcode for Moonambel? +

The postcode for Moonambel, VIC is 3478.

Is Moonambel a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moonambel is part of the Pyrenees 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.