What is Murra Warra known for?

Murra Warra is known for its extensive Wimmera wheat and grain farming and for the Murra Warra Wind Farm, one of Victoria's significant wind energy projects in this flat north-west Victorian locality.

How far is Murra Warra from Horsham?

Murra Warra is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Horsham, the nearest regional centre with comprehensive services, a drive of around 25 to 30 minutes.

Does Murra Warra have public transport?

Murra Warra has no public transport. Horsham station provides V/Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross in around 3.5 to 4 hours.

What is the population of Murra Warra?

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in Murra Warra, consistent with its sparsely settled grain belt character.

Is Murra Warra a good place to live?

Murra Warra suits those involved in grain farming and rural industries who value the open Wimmera landscape, with Horsham nearby for services and the Grampians accessible to the south-east.

What is the postcode for Murra Warra?

The postcode for Murra Warra, Victoria is 3401.

Murra Warra

VIC 3401 • Victoria

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

150.69 km²

Area

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Median Rent

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About Murra Warra

Murra Warra is a small rural locality in north-west Victoria, situated in the Hindmarsh Shire on the Wimmera plains approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Horsham. Covering around 151 square kilometres, the area recorded a population of 63 at the 2021 Census. The locality lies in the heart of the Victorian Wimmera, one of Australia's premier wheat and grain-producing regions, characterised by flat to gently undulating farmland and open skies stretching to the horizon.

The Wimmera is famous for its grain production, with wheat, barley, canola, and chickpeas grown across vast paddocks in the region. Murra Warra Wind Farm, one of Victoria's larger wind energy projects, operates in the surrounding locality, adding a modern energy-industry character to this traditionally agricultural area. Horsham serves as the regional centre, providing hospitals, schools, and comprehensive shopping, while the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park lies to the south-east for nature and recreation.

Murra Warra falls under postcode 3401 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3401

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Wannon

State Electorate

Lowan (Western Victoria)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-36.88°, 141.94°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

150.69 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Horsham Station

30 km

N/A (drive)

Bus Services

No regular local bus service — Horsham N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance

330 km

By Train

V/Line from Horsham (~30km away) to Southern Cross, approx. 3.5 to 4 hrs

By Car (Peak)

Approx. 3.5 to 4 hrs via Western Highway

By Car (Off-Peak)

Approx. 3.25 hrs

🛣️ Western Highway is the main arterial connecting to Melbourne via Ballarat.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A vehicle is essential for all needs; Horsham approximately 30km away is the nearest service centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

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Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

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Personal Income 2021

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Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021