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Mount Buller

VIC 3723 • Victoria

333
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
972.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Mount Buller

Mount Buller is Victoria's premier alpine resort village, situated at approximately 1,804 metres above sea level in the Victorian High Country within the Mansfield Shire local government area. Located around 240 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, the locality encompasses a vast alpine zone of nearly 973 square kilometres. The permanent population of 333 recorded at the 2021 Census swells dramatically during the ski season, when the resort attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually seeking Victoria's most extensive lift network and alpine terrain.

Mount Buller features 21 ski lifts — the largest lift network in Victoria — servicing a wide range of runs for beginners through to expert skiers and snowboarders, along with dedicated terrain parks and toboggan areas. In summer, the resort transforms into a mountain biking and hiking destination, with extensive trail networks and alpine walking paths offering spectacular High Country views. The alpine village at the mountain's heart is home to a range of accommodation, restaurants, and ski hire facilities, making it a four-season destination for Victorians and interstate visitors alike.

Mount Buller falls under postcode 3723 and is governed by the Mansfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mansfield
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.89°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
972.73 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3723

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3723 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,391
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3723; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Alpine Express (seasonal) — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) 3h 30 min - 4h

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
No rail service; drive or seasonal coach service from Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
3h - 3h 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 45 min - 3h

🛣️ Hume Freeway to Mansfield then alpine road; snow chains required in winter; Alpine Express bus operates during ski season

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Within the resort village, most facilities and runs are accessible on foot or skis; car or resort shuttle needed for access to and from the mountain

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
333
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
118.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.9% 10yr Down 51.1%
Motor vehicle theft
72.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 20.9%
Non-FV assault
209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 16.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
182.3 / 100k
2yr Up 28.2% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mansfield →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Buller known for? +

Mount Buller is best known as Victoria's largest and most visited alpine ski resort, offering 21 lifts, extensive ski runs for all ability levels, terrain parks, and a vibrant ski village. In summer it is also popular for mountain biking and alpine hiking.

How far is Mount Buller from Melbourne CBD? +

Mount Buller is approximately 240 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2 hour 45 minute to 3 hour 30 minute drive depending on traffic and road conditions, via the Hume Freeway and Mansfield.

Does Mount Buller have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Mount Buller. During the ski season, Alpine Express coach services operate from Melbourne's Southern Cross Station, taking approximately 3.5–4 hours. Outside ski season, a car is the only practical option.

What is the population of Mount Buller? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Buller had a permanent population of 333 residents. This figure represents year-round inhabitants only; the population swells significantly during the ski season when hundreds of seasonal workers and visitors arrive.

Is Mount Buller a good place to live? +

Mount Buller suits those who love alpine environments and are happy with a resort-based lifestyle far from urban centres. Permanent residents enjoy a unique mountain community feel, though the remoteness and seasonal nature of the village mean most services and employment are tied to the resort industry.

What is the postcode for Mount Buller? +

The postcode for Mount Buller is 3723, shared with the alpine district including nearby Mount Stirling in Victoria's High Country.

Is Mount Buller a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Buller is part of the Mansfield 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.