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Nanneella

VIC 3561 • Victoria

425
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
95.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalGoulburn ValleyQuietAffordable
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About Nanneella

Nanneella is a small rural town in the Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, located within the Shire of Campaspe approximately 194 kilometres north of Melbourne. The town sits 12 kilometres north-east of Rochester and 23 kilometres south of Echuca, surrounded by the productive irrigated farmland of the Campaspe Valley. With a population of 425 residents at the 2021 Census and a median household income of approximately $38,236, Nanneella is a quiet agricultural community built on the region's strong tradition of dairy farming, vegetable growing, and pastoral grazing.

Nanneella's rural character is typical of the Campaspe Shire hinterland, with farming and irrigation at the heart of the local economy and community identity. Residents have convenient access to the regional services of Rochester — including schools, shops, and medical facilities — and Echuca, the popular Murray River tourist town known for its heritage paddle steamers, dining, and visitor attractions. Nanneella offers a peaceful, affordable village lifestyle in northern Victoria, well suited to families and individuals who prefer open paddocks and quiet country roads over urban bustle.

Nanneella falls under postcode 3561 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3561
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.32°, 144.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
95.93 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3561

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3561, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,236
Median 2023–24
$48,572
▲ 27.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,766

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3561; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Rochester / Echuca Approx 15-30 min to Rochester

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
194 km
By Train
Drive to Echuca (~23 km), then V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross (~2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 10 min - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min - 2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Access via Echuca–Bendigo Road or Rochester; McIvor Highway provides connection to the Hume Freeway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; residents travel to Rochester or Echuca for shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
425
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nanneella known for? +

Nanneella is a quiet agricultural township in Victoria's Goulburn Valley, known for its irrigated dairy and vegetable farming in the Campaspe Valley. Its peaceful rural setting and proximity to the Murray River town of Echuca make it a modest but charming part of northern Victoria.

How far is Nanneella from Melbourne? +

Nanneella is approximately 194 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Hume Freeway and Echuca–Bendigo Road.

Does Nanneella have public transport? +

Nanneella has no rail service. The nearest V/Line railway station is at Echuca, approximately 23 kilometres away, which provides regular services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is the primary mode of transport for Nanneella residents.

What is the population of Nanneella? +

Nanneella had a population of 425 residents at the 2021 Census, making it one of the smaller townships in the Shire of Campaspe, set across a rural area of approximately 95.9 square kilometres.

Is Nanneella a good place to live? +

Nanneella is well suited to those seeking affordable rural living in a productive farming region. With Rochester's schools and services 12 kilometres away and Echuca's broader amenities within easy reach, it offers a quiet lifestyle with good regional access. The low median household income reflects its modest economic base, though housing affordability is a genuine advantage.

What is the postcode for Nanneella? +

The postcode for Nanneella, Victoria is 3561.

Is Nanneella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Nanneella is part of the Campaspe 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.