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Noradjuha

VIC 3401 • Victoria

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
180.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote
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About Noradjuha

Noradjuha is a small rural locality in Victoria's Wimmera region, located approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Horsham within the Rural City of Horsham. The area extends across about 181 square kilometres of flat to gently rolling grain-growing country, positioned roughly midway between Melbourne and Adelaide along the Western Highway corridor. The 2021 census recorded a population of 89, reflecting a sparse rural settlement typical of the Wimmera's broad agricultural plains.

The Wimmera region is one of Australia's most important grain-growing areas, and Noradjuha sits at the heart of this vast agricultural landscape dominated by wheat, barley, and canola crops. The locality has a quiet, close-knit community character, with residents relying on Horsham — the major regional centre of the Wimmera — for shopping, healthcare, education, and employment. Horsham is approximately 25 kilometres to the north-east and offers a full range of services including hospitals, schools, and retail centres.

Noradjuha falls under postcode 3401 and is governed by the Horsham Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3401
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Horsham
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.88°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
180.79 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3401

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3401, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,317
Median 2023–24
$57,082
▲ 23.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,520

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3401; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Horsham (approx. 25 km), then V/Line coach/train to Melbourne (approx. 3.5–4 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min – 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs 15 min – 3 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) connects the area to Melbourne; highly car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this isolated Wimmera farming locality with no local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
185.9 / 100k
2yr Down 55.0% 10yr Down 63.8%
Motor vehicle theft
83.2 / 100k
2yr Down 15.5% 10yr Down 44.9%
Non-FV assault
528.4 / 100k
2yr Up 18.0% 10yr Down 24.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.7 / 100k
2yr Up 54.3% 10yr Down 36.2%
View all offence subgroups for Horsham →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Noradjuha known for? +

Noradjuha is a quiet Wimmera farming locality known for its broad-acre grain growing, with wheat, barley, and canola dominating the landscape. The area is part of one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions, positioned in the heart of Victoria's Wimmera plains.

How far is Noradjuha from Melbourne? +

Noradjuha is approximately 330 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, a drive of around 3.5 to 4 hours via the Western Highway. Horsham, the nearest major regional centre, is about 25 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Noradjuha have public transport? +

Noradjuha has no public transport services. The nearest rail or coach connection is at Horsham (approximately 25 km away), which is served by V/Line. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Noradjuha? +

According to the 2021 Census, Noradjuha has a population of 89, spread across approximately 37 dwellings within 181 square kilometres of Wimmera farming land in the Rural City of Horsham.

Is Noradjuha a good place to live? +

Noradjuha suits those who value the wide-open spaces and quiet lifestyle of the Wimmera, with a genuine farming community feel. Residents need to be comfortable with the 25-kilometre drive to Horsham for all services and be prepared for a remote rural lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Noradjuha? +

The postcode for Noradjuha, VIC is 3401.

Is Noradjuha a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Noradjuha is part of the Horsham 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.