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Numurkah

VIC 3636 • Rest of VIC

4,604
Population (2021)
$58,084
Median Household Income
192.51 km²
Area
$210/wk
Median Rent
RuralFarming CommunityGoulburn ValleyAffordableCountry Town

About Numurkah

Numurkah is a thriving rural service centre located on Broken Creek in the Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, approximately 227 kilometres north of Melbourne. With a population of around 4,600, it serves as a hub for the surrounding irrigation district. The town has strong agricultural roots, with the local economy centred on dairy farming, mixed agriculture, and fruit production on the region's rich soils.

Numurkah offers a quintessential country town lifestyle with specialty shops selling locally made wines, cheeses, olive oil, and organic honey. The town has excellent community facilities including schools, a hospital, sporting clubs, and a vibrant main street. It attracts families and retirees seeking affordable living, a strong sense of community, and proximity to the natural attractions of the Murray River region.

Numurkah falls under postcode 3636 and is governed by Moira Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3636
Urban Area
Moira
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.08°, 145.44°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
192.51 km²
Elevation
107m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Numurkah for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$380K
28 sales · ▼ 5.6% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$210
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
49 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

22 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton
37 km
V/Line Shepparton Line

Bus Services

  • Local bus — Shepparton 40 min

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
227 km
By Train
3hr+ (drive to Shepparton + V/Line)
By Car (Peak)
2hr 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2hr 30min

🛣️ Regional town. Drive to Shepparton (37km) for V/Line train services to Melbourne. Strong local economy reduces need for capital city commuting.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact town centre with shops, services and schools within walking distance for central residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,477
Census 2021
4,604
▲ 2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,728
Personal Income 2021
$31,876
▲ 19.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$31,876 / yr
$613/wk
Household
$58,084 / yr
$1117/wk
Family
$76,284 / yr
$1467/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,802
Born Overseas 321

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 92
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. Philippines 22
  • 4. Netherlands 21
  • 5. South Africa 13
  • 6. India 12
  • 7. Sri Lanka 11
  • 8. Malaysia 9
  • 9. Germany 8
  • 10. Scotland 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,988
English 1,946
Irish 561
Scottish 465
German 152
Italian 145
Australian Aboriginal 92
Dutch 75
Filipino 29
Welsh 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,363
Both parents born in Australia
439
Both parents born overseas
361
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.7%
No Religion
38.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
216 (4.7%)
5-14 years
504 (10.9%)
15-19 years
250 (5.4%)
20-24 years
210 (4.6%)
25-34 years
482 (10.5%)
35-44 years
437 (9.5%)
45-54 years
565 (12.3%)
55-64 years
659 (14.3%)
65-74 years
647 (14.1%)
75-84 years
430 (9.3%)
85+ years
212 (4.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Numurkah known for? +

Numurkah is known as a thriving agricultural service town in the Goulburn Valley, serving the surrounding dairy, horticulture, and grain farming community. The town has strong local services, sporting clubs, and a welcoming community spirit.

How far is Numurkah from Melbourne? +

Numurkah is approximately 220 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 2 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Numurkah have public transport? +

Numurkah is connected by V/Line coach services to Shepparton, where train services to Melbourne Southern Cross are available. The total journey to Melbourne by public transport is approximately 3-3.5 hours.

What is the population of Numurkah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Numurkah has a population of approximately 4,604 residents, a well-established rural community in the Moira Shire.

Is Numurkah a good place to live? +

Numurkah offers affordable country living with strong local services in a productive agricultural region. It suits farming families and those seeking an affordable regional lifestyle in northern Victoria's Goulburn Valley.

What is the postcode for Numurkah? +

The postcode for Numurkah is 3636.

What is the average income in Numurkah? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Numurkah is about $613 per week (around $31,900 per year). The median household income is $1,117 per week and the median family income is $1,467 per week.

What is the median house price in Numurkah? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $380,000, down 5.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Numurkah? +

The median age in Numurkah is 49. The largest age group is 55–64 (659 residents, around 14%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 28% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Numurkah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Numurkah is part of the Moira 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.

How much is rent in Numurkah? +

In Numurkah, the median weekly rent is $210, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,083 (2021 Census).