Mount Macedon
VIC 3441 • Greater Melbourne
About Mount Macedon
Mount Macedon is a scenic hill station town located 64 kilometres north-west of Melbourne within the Macedon Ranges Shire, nestled at the foot of the mountain of the same name, which rises to over 1,000 metres. With a population of 1,450 and a township elevation of approximately 730 metres, the area enjoys a cool-temperate climate markedly different from Melbourne's coastal heat. The median household income of approximately $2,647 per week and median age of 48 reflect an established, affluent community of professionals, retirees, and families drawn by the Ranges' unique lifestyle appeal.
Mount Macedon is celebrated for its spectacular private gardens — many of which open to the public during the autumn season — and sweeping bushland walks through the Macedon Regional Park, including the iconic Memorial Cross that stands as a landmark across the ranges. The village has a small collection of cafes and boutique businesses, with the larger towns of Macedon and Woodend just minutes away for broader shopping and services. V/Line trains at Macedon station (approximately 7 kilometres from the village) connect to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in around an hour, offering a practical option for those who commute. The area is also historically significant for its role in the aftermath of the 1983 Ash Wednesday bushfires, which reshaped much of the mountain community.
Mount Macedon falls under postcode 3441 and is governed by the Macedon Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mcewen, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 3441
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3441, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3441; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Census personal income 2016 vs 2021
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Housing 2021 Census
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- McHenry Bus Lines (limited Macedon Ranges services) — Macedon and Woodend 10-15 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Car essential locally; Calder Freeway provides the main road link to Melbourne
Mount Macedon is a semi-rural hill station where a car is essential for nearly all daily needs, with the village offering only a handful of small businesses
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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641 Main Road
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Macedon Ranges Local Government Area, which contains Mount Macedon. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 98
- 2. New Zealand 25
- 3. United States 15
- 4. Netherlands 11
- 5. Scotland 11
- 6. Canada 6
- 7. China 6
- 8. Germany 6
- 9. Taiwan 6
- 10. India 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)