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Mooroopna North

VIC 3629 • Victoria

144
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
40.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalGoulburn ValleyQuietCommuter Belt
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About Mooroopna North

Mooroopna North is a rural locality in the Goulburn Valley region of northern Victoria, situated within the City of Greater Shepparton local government area. It lies approximately 5 kilometres north of the township of Mooroopna and around 175 kilometres north of Melbourne, near the banks of the Goulburn River. The locality covers a wide area of about 41 square kilometres and recorded a population of 144 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its sparse, agricultural character.

The surrounding landscape is defined by the productive irrigated farmland of the Goulburn Valley, one of Australia's most important food production regions, with orchards, dairy farms, and market gardens forming the local economy. Residents rely on nearby Mooroopna and Shepparton for shops, schools, and services, with Shepparton city centre offering hospitals, retail, and public transport connections. Mooroopna North suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle within easy reach of a major regional centre, appealing to farming families and those who value wide open spaces over urban convenience.

Mooroopna North falls under postcode 3629 and is governed by the Greater Shepparton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3629
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.29°, 145.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.97 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3629

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3629, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,259
Median 2023–24
$50,582
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,897

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3629; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
9 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • V/Line bus connections — Shepparton and Mooroopna 10-15 min to Shepparton

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
V/Line from Shepparton Station to Southern Cross (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min via Hume Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 10 min via Hume Freeway

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) provides the main road connection south to Melbourne; Shepparton Station is the nearest V/Line rail hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dispersed rural locality with no local services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
144
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.8%
Motor vehicle theft
341.7 / 100k
2yr Up 92.0% 10yr Up 49.2%
Non-FV assault
473.5 / 100k
2yr Up 11.4% 10yr Up 34.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
696.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Shepparton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mooroopna North known for? +

Mooroopna North is known as a quiet agricultural locality in Victoria's Goulburn Valley, surrounded by irrigated farms, orchards, and dairy properties that form the productive heart of the region.

How far is Mooroopna North from Melbourne? +

Mooroopna North is approximately 175 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2 to 2.5-hour drive via the Hume Freeway, or accessible by V/Line train from nearby Shepparton Station.

Does Mooroopna North have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport within Mooroopna North. Residents travel to nearby Mooroopna or Shepparton to access V/Line train and bus services. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Mooroopna North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mooroopna North has a population of 144 residents, spread across a rural area of approximately 41 square kilometres in Victoria's Goulburn Valley.

Is Mooroopna North a good place to live? +

Mooroopna North is well-suited to farming families and those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Goulburn Valley. Access to services in Shepparton and Mooroopna makes it workable as a rural-residential base, though a car is indispensable.

What is the postcode for Mooroopna North? +

The postcode for Mooroopna North, VIC is 3629.

Is Mooroopna North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mooroopna North is part of the Greater Shepparton 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.