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Netherby

VIC 3418 • Victoria

111
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
422.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalAffordable
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About Netherby

Netherby is a small rural town in Victoria's Wimmera-Mallee region, situated approximately 406 kilometres north-west of Melbourne within the Shire of Hindmarsh. With a population of 111 residents spread across a vast 423 square kilometres of flat mallee and agricultural land, Netherby is one of the most sparsely settled localities in western Victoria. The area predominantly supports broadacre grain farming — including wheat and barley — with a household income reflective of the modest economic conditions common in remote farming communities.

Netherby has an unusual naming history: originally called Warraquil, it was renamed Netherby in 1886 after a British ship wrecked on King Island in Bass Strait, whose rescued emigrants settled in the district. The nearest service centre is Nhill, approximately 33 kilometres to the south, where residents access shops, schools, and medical services. The locality's flat, open landscape and deeply agricultural character make it a place for those genuinely connected to the land, offering the peace and space of the Mallee far from urban centres.

Netherby falls under postcode 3418 and is governed by the Hindmarsh Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3418
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hindmarsh
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.07°, 141.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
422.97 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3418

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3418, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,133
Median 2023–24
$54,399
▲ 17.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,479

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3418; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural coach services — Nhill / Horsham 30–60 min to Nhill

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
406 km
By Train
No direct rail; nearest connection at Nhill (~33 km south) with coach to Horsham then rail
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4.5 hours via Western Highway (A8)
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5–4 hours

🛣️ The Western Highway (A8) runs through Nhill, 33 km south of Netherby

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services in Netherby; all shopping, schooling, and medical needs require driving to Nhill or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
111
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
274.8 / 100k
2yr Up 38.9% 10yr Down 16.3%
Motor vehicle theft
91.6 / 100k
2yr Up 154.6% 10yr Down 33.8%
Non-FV assault
201.5 / 100k
2yr Up 24.5% 10yr Down 10.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
201.5 / 100k
2yr Up 86.7% 10yr Up 66.5%
View all offence subgroups for Hindmarsh →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Netherby known for? +

Netherby is a quiet Mallee farming town known for its grain farming heritage and an unusual piece of history — it was renamed in 1886 after the Netherby, a British ship wrecked on King Island in Bass Strait, whose survivors later settled in the district.

How far is Netherby from Melbourne CBD? +

Netherby is approximately 406 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 3.5–4.5 hour drive via the Western Highway through Horsham and Nhill.

Does Netherby have public transport? +

Netherby has no rail service. The nearest town with coach connections is Nhill, approximately 33 kilometres to the south. A private vehicle is essential for all travel in and around Netherby.

What is the population of Netherby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Netherby has a population of 111 residents spread across a large land area of approximately 423 square kilometres, reflecting its very sparse, rural settlement pattern.

Is Netherby a good place to live? +

Netherby suits those connected to the agricultural sector who value wide-open spaces, a quiet rural lifestyle, and affordable land. It is a remote community with limited local amenities, requiring regular travel to Nhill for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Netherby? +

The postcode for Netherby, Victoria is 3418.

Is Netherby a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Netherby is part of the Hindmarsh 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.