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Murchison North

VIC 3610 • Victoria

185
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.46 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversidePeaceful
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About Murchison North

Murchison North is a small rural locality in the Greater Shepparton Council area of northern Victoria, situated approximately 165 kilometres north of Melbourne in the Goulburn Valley region. Covering around 32 square kilometres, it lies to the north of the historic township of Murchison on the banks of the Goulburn River. With a population of approximately 185 residents, the locality is set amid the orchards, vineyards, and dairy farms that characterise this productive stretch of the Goulburn Valley — one of Australia's most important agricultural regions.

The nearby township of Murchison provides essential services including shops, schools, and community facilities, while the larger city of Shepparton is around 45 kilometres to the north and offers a full range of urban amenities. The Goulburn River provides recreational opportunities including fishing and riverside walks. Life in Murchison North is defined by the agricultural rhythms of the Goulburn Valley, and the area suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within the orbit of a major regional centre.

Murchison North falls under postcode 3610 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 Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3610
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.58°, 145.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.46 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3610

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3610 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,433
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,800

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3610; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural coach services — Shepparton / Melbourne Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
Drive to Nagambie (~30 km) then Shepparton Line to Southern Cross (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Goulburn Valley Highway is the main route south to Melbourne; car recommended for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services within the locality; Murchison township nearby but a car is essential

🛒 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 Greater Shepparton Local Government Area, which contains Murchison 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 Murchison North known for? +

Murchison North is known for its setting within the Goulburn Valley, Australia's premier stone fruit and dairy farming region. The area is surrounded by orchards, vineyards, and dairy farms, and lies near the historic town of Murchison on the Goulburn River.

How far is Murchison North from Melbourne? +

Murchison North is approximately 165 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, about a 1 hour 40 minute to 2 hour drive via the Hume and Goulburn Valley Highways.

Does Murchison North have public transport? +

Murchison North has no train station or regular bus service. The nearest rail access is Nagambie Station, approximately 30 kilometres to the south, which connects to Melbourne via the Shepparton Line. A car is essential for local residents.

What is the population of Murchison North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Murchison North has a population of approximately 185 residents across around 32 square kilometres, characteristic of a small rural locality in the Greater Shepparton Council area.

Is Murchison North a good place to live? +

Murchison North suits those who value a relaxed rural lifestyle surrounded by productive farmland, river scenery, and the community warmth of a small country district. The nearby town of Murchison provides daily essentials, and Shepparton is about 45 kilometres north.

What is the postcode for Murchison North? +

The postcode for Murchison North, VIC is 3610.

Is Murchison North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Murchison 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.