Neuarpurr

VIC 3413 • Victoria

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
271.76 kmยฒ
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingRemoteWimmeraQuiet

About Neuarpurr

Neuarpurr is a remote rural locality in Victoria's Wimmera region, situated in the Hindmarsh Shire approximately 370 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. The locality covers an expansive 272 square kilometres of flat agricultural land near the South Australian border. With a population of just 56 residents at the 2021 census, Neuarpurr is one of Victoria's most sparsely populated localities. The area is characterised by vast wheat and sheep farming properties spread across the arid Mallee landscape.

Life in Neuarpurr revolves around broad-acre farming and the tight-knit rural community. The nearest services and amenities are found in Kaniva, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, which provides schools, medical facilities, and general stores. Residents enjoy wide open spaces, starry skies, and a deeply authentic outback lifestyle. The locality suits those drawn to farming, rural self-sufficiency, and the tranquillity of remote Victoria.

Neuarpurr falls under postcode 3413 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

๐Ÿ“ Location

State
Postcode
3413
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.70ยฐ, 141.20ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
271.76 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Kanivaโ€“Nhill coach โ€” Kaniva / Nhill 35โ€“60 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
N/A โ€“ no local station
By Bus
N/A
By Car (Peak)
~3 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3 hr 30 min

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Car is essentially the only practical transport option. Nearest regional centre is Kaniva (~30 km) or Nhill (~60 km).

Walkability Car Dependent

Extremely car dependent. No footpaths or pedestrian infrastructure; distances between properties are measured in kilometres.

๐Ÿ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

๐ŸŽ“ Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

๐Ÿ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
๐Ÿ’ฐ Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Neuarpurr known for? +

Neuarpurr is a very remote rural locality in Victoria's Wimmera region, near the South Australian border in the Hindmarsh Shire. The area is known for dry-land cereal farming and Mallee scrubland typical of the north-western Wimmera.

How far is Neuarpurr from Melbourne? +

Neuarpurr is approximately 370 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, around a 4-4.5 hour drive via the Western Highway and Wimmera Highway.

Does Neuarpurr have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Neuarpurr. The nearest town with services is Nhill, approximately 40-50 kilometres away. A car is absolutely essential.

What is the population of Neuarpurr? +

According to the 2021 Census, Neuarpurr has a population of approximately 56 residents, a very small and isolated farming community in the far north-west of Victoria.

Is Neuarpurr a good place to live? +

Neuarpurr is suited only to those with deep farming connections to the Wimmera region. The isolated lifestyle, dry climate, and distance from services make it challenging for those not engaged in local agriculture.

What is the postcode for Neuarpurr? +

The postcode for Neuarpurr is 3413.