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Myrtle Creek

VIC 3444 • Victoria

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralLeafyAgricultural
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About Myrtle Creek

Myrtle Creek is a small rural locality in central Victoria, within the Greater Bendigo local government area and sharing postcode 3444 with the broader Kyneton district. The locality sits in rolling farming country north of the Macedon Ranges, approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Bendigo, in a landscape of mixed grazing, cropping, and rural residential properties. The area is sparsely populated, reflecting the dispersed rural settlement pattern characteristic of this part of central Victoria.

The broader region encompasses the productive farming country of the Campaspe valley and the rural corridors connecting Bendigo, Kyneton, and Castlemaine. Kyneton, approximately 20 kilometres to the south, is a significant service centre with its renowned Piper Street dining precinct, heritage streetscapes, and excellent rail connections to Melbourne via the Bendigo Line. The Macedon Ranges and surrounding farmland attract a growing number of tree-changers from Melbourne, drawn by the region's scenic quality and accessible commutes.

Myrtle Creek falls under postcode 3444 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo 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
3444
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.17°, 144.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
47.30 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3444

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3444, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,507
Median 2023–24
$55,181
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,120

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3444; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Station
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
V/Line from Kyneton (~1 hr 20 min to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
80-110 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-90 min

🛣️ Car essential within locality; Kyneton has V/Line rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no walkable shops; car travel is necessary for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 33.1%
Motor vehicle theft
258.8 / 100k
2yr Up 62.3% 10yr Up 25.3%
Non-FV assault
400.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.7% 10yr Up 66.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.7 / 100k
2yr Up 192.2% 10yr Up 32.1%
Steal from vehicle
636.9 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Bendigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Myrtle Creek known for? +

Myrtle Creek is a quiet rural locality in central Victoria's farming belt between Bendigo and Kyneton, set in mixed grazing and cropping country typical of the Macedon Ranges hinterland.

How far is Myrtle Creek from Melbourne? +

Myrtle Creek is approximately 100 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, around an 80 to 100 minute drive or about 90 minutes by V/Line train from nearby Kyneton Station.

Does Myrtle Creek have public transport? +

There is no local bus service in Myrtle Creek. The nearest train station is Kyneton, approximately 20 kilometres away, offering V/Line services to Melbourne on the Bendigo Line.

What is the population of Myrtle Creek? +

Myrtle Creek has a very small resident population, consistent with its dispersed rural character in the Greater Bendigo area.

Is Myrtle Creek a good place to live? +

Myrtle Creek suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in central Victoria, within reach of Kyneton's cafe culture and rail access to Melbourne, and the natural and cultural attractions of the Bendigo and Macedon Ranges region.

What is the postcode for Myrtle Creek? +

The postcode for Myrtle Creek, VIC is 3444.

Is Myrtle Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Myrtle Creek is part of the Greater Bendigo 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.