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Mount Glasgow

VIC 3371 • Victoria

92
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAgricultural
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About Mount Glasgow

Mount Glasgow is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the Central Goldfields Shire approximately 4 kilometres south-east of the small town of Talbot and about 25 kilometres north-west of Maryborough. Covering just over 12 square kilometres, the locality lies in the historically significant Central Goldfields region, an area known for its gold rush heritage and distinctive open farming and bushland landscape. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 92 residents across 35 dwellings, making it a quiet and very lightly settled community. The nearby locality of Dunach and the hamlet of Red Lion are its closest neighbours in this sparsely populated part of central Victoria.

Mount Glasgow sits within a region shaped by the 19th-century gold rush, and the broader Central Goldfields area retains many heritage buildings and remnant goldfield workings from that era. Talbot, a few kilometres to the north-west, is a charming heritage town and the nearest place for basic supplies and the popular monthly Talbot Farmers Market. Maryborough, the major service centre for the Central Goldfields Shire, provides supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and a V/Line rail connection to Melbourne. The locality suits those who value the quietude of central Victoria's rural landscape and an easy connection to the Goldfields' rich cultural heritage.

Mount Glasgow falls under postcode 3371 and is governed by the Central Goldfields Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3371
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Goldfields
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.20°, 143.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.35 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3371

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3371 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,473
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,787

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3371; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough Station
25 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Maryborough Station (25 km) then V/Line to Southern Cross — approx. 2 hr
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Talbot (4 km north-west) is the nearest small town. Maryborough (25 km) is the main service centre with V/Line rail access to Melbourne.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mount Glasgow is a dispersed rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or public transport; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
92
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
290.1 / 100k
2yr Up 45.8% 10yr Down 28.4%
Motor vehicle theft
152.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.2%
Non-FV assault
500.4 / 100k
2yr Up 74.2% 10yr Up 63.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
304.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Central Goldfields →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Glasgow known for? +

Mount Glasgow is a small rural locality in Victoria's Central Goldfields region, an area rich in gold rush heritage. The nearby town of Talbot is a well-regarded heritage destination with a popular monthly farmers market, and the broader Goldfields area features historic buildings and remnant mining landscapes.

How far is Mount Glasgow from Melbourne? +

Mount Glasgow is approximately 175 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The town of Maryborough, about 25 kilometres away, has a V/Line train service to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

Does Mount Glasgow have public transport? +

Mount Glasgow has no scheduled public transport services. The nearest V/Line station is at Maryborough, approximately 25 kilometres to the south-east, with train services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Mount Glasgow? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Glasgow has a population of 92 residents across 35 dwellings. It is a very small, dispersed community in the Central Goldfields Shire of Victoria.

Is Mount Glasgow a good place to live? +

Mount Glasgow offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most historically interesting regions. Talbot is just a few kilometres away for community events and a farmers market, while Maryborough provides full services. The area suits those who enjoy open country living within a comfortable drive of a regional town and V/Line access to Melbourne.

What is the postcode for Mount Glasgow? +

The postcode for Mount Glasgow, Victoria is 3371.

Is Mount Glasgow a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Glasgow is part of the Central Goldfields 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.