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Neilborough

VIC 3570 • Victoria

379
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
78.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAgricultural
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About Neilborough

Neilborough is a small rural locality in north-central Victoria, situated within the City of Greater Bendigo local government area approximately 180 kilometres north of Melbourne and 27 kilometres north of Bendigo. With a population of 379 at the 2021 Census, Neilborough is a sparsely settled farming district spread across approximately 78 square kilometres of agricultural land. The locality lies in the Mallee federal electorate and forms part of the wider agricultural region north of Bendigo that transitions towards the Murray-Darling Basin plains.

Neilborough has a modest historic character, with the former Shamrock Hotel standing as a remnant of the locality's earlier township days. Bendigo, just 27 kilometres to the south, provides all essential services including hospitals, schools, retail, and transport connections, making it the practical centre of daily life for Neilborough residents. The quiet rural landscape, relatively affordable land, and proximity to a major regional city make Neilborough appealing for those seeking a country lifestyle within reach of Bendigo's amenities.

Neilborough falls under postcode 3570 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Bendigo East (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Bendigo East (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.52°, 144.28°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
78.54 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3570 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,977
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,241

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
27 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Bendigo Approx. 25 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
Drive to Bendigo (~27 km), then VLine train to Southern Cross (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Via Calder Freeway from Bendigo; Bendigo is the practical regional hub for all services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Neilborough is a dispersed rural locality with no commercial services; all daily needs require driving to Bendigo or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
379
▲ 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 Neilborough. 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 Neilborough known for? +

Neilborough is known as a quiet rural locality north of Bendigo, with a modest historical past reflected in the former Shamrock Hotel that once served the early farming community. Today it is primarily an agricultural district on the fringe of Greater Bendigo.

How far is Neilborough from Melbourne? +

Neilborough is approximately 180 kilometres north of Melbourne, roughly a 2-hour drive via the Calder Freeway through Bendigo.

Does Neilborough have public transport? +

Neilborough has no direct public transport services. Residents drive to Bendigo (approximately 27 km south) to access VLine train services to Melbourne and other regional connections.

What is the population of Neilborough? +

Neilborough had a population of 379 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a small, sparsely settled rural locality within the City of Greater Bendigo.

Is Neilborough a good place to live? +

Neilborough suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with relatively affordable land, while remaining within reasonable distance of Bendigo's full range of urban services. It appeals to farming families and those who prefer wide open spaces over urban density.

What is the postcode for Neilborough? +

The postcode for Neilborough is 3570.

Is Neilborough a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Neilborough 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.