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Newlyn

VIC 3364 • Victoria

136
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAgricultural
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About Newlyn

Newlyn is a small historic town in the Shire of Hepburn in central Victoria, situated on the Midland Highway approximately 124 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 27 kilometres north-east of Ballarat. The township sits at an elevation of around 452 metres above sea level and had a population of 136 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its quiet, rural character. Newlyn was first settled in the 19th century by Creswick miners who turned to farming as alluvial gold became harder to obtain, giving the town a heritage tied to Victoria's gold rush era.

The community is served by a small state primary school and the Newlyn Recreation Reserve, which hosts the local Newlyn Football Netball Club and the Coronet City-Newlyn Cricket Club — important hubs of rural community life. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling farmland and open pastures typical of the central Victorian highlands. Nearby Creswick, just 10 kilometres to the west, and the popular spa and arts town of Daylesford, 19 kilometres to the north-east, provide residents with access to additional services, dining, and attractions.

Newlyn falls under postcode 3364 and is governed by the Hepburn 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
3364
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hepburn
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.33°, 143.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.42 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3364

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3364 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,253
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,115

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3364; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Creswick
10 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Ballarat / Daylesford Approx 30-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
124 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Creswick or Ballarat then V/Line train (~2 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Midland Highway connects to Ballarat and onward to Melbourne via Western Freeway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Newlyn is a small rural township with no retail hub; a car is essential for all shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
136
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
324.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.4%
Motor vehicle theft
200.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.8% 10yr Down 35.2%
Non-FV assault
165 / 100k
2yr Up 31.0% 10yr Up 34.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
683.7 / 100k
2yr Up 119.2% 10yr Up 37.8%
View all offence subgroups for Hepburn →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newlyn known for? +

Newlyn is known for its gold rush history, having been settled by Creswick miners who turned to farming when alluvial gold ran out. Today it retains a quiet rural character with community sporting clubs and a small primary school.

How far is Newlyn from Melbourne? +

Newlyn is approximately 124 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Western Freeway and Midland Highway.

Does Newlyn have public transport? +

Newlyn has very limited public transport. The nearest train station is Creswick, about 10 kilometres away on the Maryborough Line. A car is the primary mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Newlyn? +

According to the 2021 Census, Newlyn has a population of 136 people, making it a very small rural township typical of central Victoria.

Is Newlyn a good place to live? +

Newlyn suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in central Victoria. It offers open countryside and a close-knit community, with the towns of Creswick and Daylesford nearby for additional services and dining.

What is the postcode for Newlyn? +

The postcode for Newlyn, Victoria is 3364.

Is Newlyn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Newlyn is part of the Hepburn 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.