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Navarre

VIC 3384 • Victoria

99
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
107.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalQuiet
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About Navarre

Navarre is a small historic town in the Wimmera region of western Victoria, approximately 227 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Straddling the boundary of the Northern Grampians and Pyrenees Shires, the town was surveyed in 1855 and named after the medieval Kingdom of Navarre in the Spanish Pyrenees. With a 2021 Census population of 99 residents across nearly 108 square kilometres, Navarre remains a quiet farming community with deep goldfields-era heritage.

The township is centred around its co-operative general store, public hall, and primary school, which together form the social heart of the community. The surrounding country is devoted to broadacre cropping and sheep grazing, and the nearby Pyrenees Ranges offer bushwalking and gold-prospecting opportunities. The regional centres of Ararat and Stawell, each about 35 kilometres away, provide comprehensive shopping, health, and education services for residents.

Navarre falls under postcode 3384 and is governed by the Northern Grampians Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3384
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Northern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.00°, 143.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.95 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3384

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3384 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,330
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,262

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3384; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ararat
37 km
N/A — car required

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
227 km
By Train
Drive to Ararat (~37 km), then approx. 2 hr 30 min by V/Line to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car essential; Western Highway via Ararat and Ballarat is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural town with a general store and school; a car is needed for most errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
99
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
331.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
212.7 / 100k
2yr Up 215.8% 10yr Up 89.3%
Non-FV assault
570 / 100k
2yr Up 38.2% 10yr Up 22.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
263.7 / 100k
2yr Up 141.0% 10yr Down 10.3%
View all offence subgroups for Northern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Navarre known for? +

Navarre is a small historic town named after the medieval Kingdom of Navarre in the Spanish Pyrenees, reflecting the region's European naming heritage. It is known for its goldfields-era origins, its co-operative general store, and its location near the Pyrenees Ranges.

How far is Navarre from Melbourne? +

Navarre is approximately 227 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, about a 2.5 to 3-hour drive via the Western Highway.

Does Navarre have public transport? +

Navarre has no public transport services. The nearest V/Line train station is Ararat, approximately 37 km to the south-west, which offers services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Navarre? +

According to the 2021 Census, Navarre had a population of 99 people across nearly 108 square kilometres of farming country in the Wimmera region.

Is Navarre a good place to live? +

Navarre suits those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle with strong community ties. The town has basic amenities and is within reach of Ararat and Stawell for larger services. The surrounding Pyrenees Ranges offer scenic beauty and outdoor recreation.

What is the postcode for Navarre? +

The postcode for Navarre, Victoria is 3384.

Is Navarre a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Navarre is part of the Northern Grampians 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.