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Musk Vale

VIC 3461 • Victoria

170
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLeafyQuietHinterlandPeaceful
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About Musk Vale

Musk Vale is a small rural locality in the Hepburn Shire in central Victoria, situated approximately 8 kilometres south-east of Daylesford and around 110 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Covering nearly 8 square kilometres of rolling hills and bushland, the locality had a population of approximately 170 at the 2021 Census, with a median adult age of 48 reflecting an older, established community. The area falls within the Hepburn Shire local government area, a region celebrated for its mineral springs, historic spa towns, and scenic Central Highlands landscape. Musk Vale sits at the edge of the Daylesford-Macedon Ranges tourism corridor, one of regional Victoria's most popular weekend retreat destinations.

Life in Musk Vale offers a tranquil semi-rural retreat amid the forested hills of the Hepburn Shire, with the charming spa towns of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs just minutes away by car. Daylesford provides an excellent range of cafes, galleries, health retreats, the Saturday market, and boutique accommodation, making it a vibrant yet relaxed cultural hub. The region is popular with Melbourne weekenders, artists, and retirees drawn to its slow-paced lifestyle, mineral spring baths, and scenic bush walks. Musk Vale itself is a quiet bush locality best suited to those seeking peaceful acreage living with easy access to one of Victoria's most beloved regional towns.

Musk Vale falls under postcode 3461 and is governed by the Hepburn Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3461
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hepburn
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.29°, 144.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.86 km²
Population Density
22 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3461

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3461 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,694
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$74,987

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3461; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woodend
30 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Dyson's Bus Lines (limited) — Daylesford and Castlemaine approx. 10 min to Daylesford

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station is Woodend (30 km); V/Line Bendigo Line to Melbourne Southern Cross approx. 1 hr 10 min from Woodend
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ The Midland Highway connects Musk Vale to Daylesford and Woodend. The Western Ring Road and Calder Freeway are the main routes to Melbourne.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A quiet rural locality with no local retail; all daily needs require driving to Daylesford or further afield

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
170
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
324.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.4%
Motor vehicle theft
200.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.8% 10yr Down 35.2%
Non-FV assault
165 / 100k
2yr Up 31.0% 10yr Up 34.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
683.7 / 100k
2yr Up 119.2% 10yr Up 37.8%
View all offence subgroups for Hepburn →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Musk Vale known for? +

Musk Vale is known for its quiet rural character amid the rolling hills of the Hepburn Shire, close to the celebrated spa town of Daylesford. The area is part of the broader Daylesford-Macedon Ranges region famous for mineral springs, health retreats, and a thriving arts and foodie scene.

How far is Musk Vale from Melbourne? +

Musk Vale is approximately 110 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes depending on traffic, typically via the Western Ring Road and Calder Freeway.

Does Musk Vale have public transport? +

Public transport to Musk Vale is very limited. There are some infrequent bus services connecting to Daylesford, but there is no rail service. The nearest train station is Woodend on the V/Line Bendigo Line, approximately 30 kilometres away. A car is essential.

What is the population of Musk Vale? +

Musk Vale had a population of approximately 170 at the 2021 Census, with a median adult age of 48, reflecting its appeal to established residents and retirees seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle.

Is Musk Vale a good place to live? +

Musk Vale is ideal for those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Daylesford's cafes, galleries, and mineral spring baths. It suits retirees, creatives, and those working from home who value nature, privacy, and the relaxed character of the Hepburn Shire.

What is the postcode for Musk Vale? +

The postcode for Musk Vale is 3461.

Is Musk Vale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Musk Vale is part of the Hepburn 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.