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Nathalia

VIC 3638 • Rest of VIC

1,982
Population (2021)
$60,788
Median Household Income
189.75 km²
Area
$194/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoricAgriculturalCountry Town

About Nathalia

Nathalia is a small rural town in northern Victoria, located on the banks of Broken Creek within the Shire of Moira. Situated 217 km north of Melbourne and 42 km from the regional centre of Shepparton, the town has a population of around 2,000. Established in 1875, Nathalia serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district, which is known for dairy farming and mixed agriculture.

The town offers a relaxed country lifestyle with essential services including shops, a hospital, schools, and sporting facilities centred around the main street on the Murray Valley Highway. Nathalia is popular with families seeking affordable rural living and retirees drawn to the peaceful setting along Broken Creek. The town hosts community events and is close to fishing and camping spots along the Murray River, approximately 30 km to the north.

Nathalia falls under postcode 3638 and is governed by Moira Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3638
Urban Area
Moira
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.06°, 145.19°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
189.75 km²
Elevation
100m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Nathalia for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$379K
8 sales · ▼ 11.7% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$194
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,100
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3%

20 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton
42 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach — Shepparton via Numurkah 50 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
217 km
By Train
3.5 hours (coach to Shepparton + V/Line train)
By Bus
3.5 hours via V/Line coach
By Car (Peak)
2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Nearest regional centre is Shepparton (42 km); car essential for daily travel

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre is walkable but most services and employment require a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,880
Census 2021
1,982
▲ 5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$28,392
Personal Income 2021
$32,656
▲ 15.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$32,656 / yr
$628/wk
Household
$60,788 / yr
$1169/wk
Family
$91,208 / yr
$1754/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,725
Born Overseas 127

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 30
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. Philippines 17
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. United States 9
  • 6. South Africa 8
  • 7. China 6
  • 8. Italy 5
  • 9. Malaysia 5
  • 10. Netherlands 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 885
English 881
Irish 290
Scottish 226
Australian Aboriginal 69
German 57
Italian 42
Dutch 34
Filipino 15
New Zealander 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,564
Both parents born in Australia
172
Both parents born overseas
137
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.0%
No Religion
40.6%
Islam
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
94 (4.7%)
5-14 years
222 (11.2%)
15-19 years
135 (6.8%)
20-24 years
107 (5.4%)
25-34 years
191 (9.6%)
35-44 years
191 (9.6%)
45-54 years
221 (11.2%)
55-64 years
304 (15.3%)
65-74 years
275 (13.9%)
75-84 years
158 (8.0%)
85+ years
80 (4.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nathalia known for? +

Nathalia is known for its peaceful setting on the banks of Broken Creek in northern Victoria's Moira Shire, with a strong agricultural community, local pub, primary school, and sporting clubs. The town serves the surrounding dairy and irrigation district.

How far is Nathalia from Melbourne? +

Nathalia is approximately 217 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Freeway and Midland Highway through Shepparton.

Does Nathalia have public transport? +

Nathalia has limited public transport. V/Line coach services connect to nearby Numurkah and then to train services. The nearest V/Line station is at Numurkah (approximately 25 km west). A car is generally required.

What is the population of Nathalia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nathalia has a population of approximately 1,982 residents, a stable rural community serving the surrounding Moira Shire farming district.

Is Nathalia a good place to live? +

Nathalia offers affordable country living with a peaceful creek setting and a close-knit rural community. It suits farming families and those seeking a quiet northern Victorian lifestyle, with Cobram, Shepparton, and Numurkah providing regional services.

What is the postcode for Nathalia? +

The postcode for Nathalia is 3638.

What is the average income in Nathalia? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Nathalia is about $628 per week (around $32,700 per year). The median household income is $1,169 per week and the median family income is $1,754 per week.

What is the median house price in Nathalia? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $378,500, down 11.7% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Nathalia? +

The median age in Nathalia is 47. The largest age group is 55–64 (304 residents, around 15%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Nathalia a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Nathalia is part of the Moira 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.

How much is rent in Nathalia? +

In Nathalia, the median weekly rent is $194, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,100 (2021 Census).