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Pastoria

VIC 3444 • Victoria

75
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
44.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandFarmingMacedon RangesQuiet
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About Pastoria

Pastoria is a small rural locality in the Macedon Ranges Shire in central Victoria, nestled in the Cobaw Ranges approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and around 10 kilometres north of Kyneton. The locality covers nearly 45 square kilometres of hilly grazing and farming land between Kyneton and Woodend, set within a scenic section of the Great Dividing Range foothills. With a 2021 Census population of 75 residents, Pastoria is a tightly-knit farming community with very low density and a distinctly rural character.

The Cobaw Ranges landscape gives Pastoria a rugged and scenic quality, with granite boulders and native bushland intermixed with farming properties and hobby farms. Residents rely on Kyneton for most services, including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities, and the town is also well served by a train station on the Bendigo Line for commuting to Melbourne. There is no public transport within Pastoria itself, and a private vehicle is needed for local travel. The locality sits within the popular Macedon Ranges Shire, which draws visitors from Melbourne for its cool-climate wineries, heritage towns, and natural landscapes.

Pastoria falls under postcode 3444 and is governed by the Macedon Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3444
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Macedon Ranges
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.17°, 144.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.94 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3444

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3444, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,507
Median 2023–24
$55,181
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,120

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3444; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Station
10 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Drive to Kyneton Station then approx. 75 min by V/Line Bendigo Line to Melbourne Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
80-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-80 min

🛣️ Calder Freeway accessible via Kyneton; V/Line Bendigo Line runs from Kyneton to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Pastoria is a rural locality with no local shops or services — residents drive to Kyneton for all day-to-day needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
75
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
133.8 / 100k
2yr Down 30.6% 10yr Down 47.1%
Motor vehicle theft
166.8 / 100k
2yr Up 110.1% 10yr Up 173.0%
Non-FV assault
122.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.1%
View all offence subgroups for Macedon Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pastoria known for? +

Pastoria is known for its scenic location in the Cobaw Ranges, with granite outcrops, native bushland, and farming properties set within the popular Macedon Ranges Shire region between Kyneton and Woodend.

How far is Pastoria from Melbourne? +

Pastoria is approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, typically an 80 to 100 minute drive via the Calder Freeway through Kyneton, depending on traffic.

Does Pastoria have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Pastoria. The nearest train station is Kyneton (around 10 km away) on the V/Line Bendigo Line, which provides services to Melbourne Southern Cross Station in approximately 75 minutes.

What is the population of Pastoria? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pastoria has a population of 75 residents, reflecting its very low-density, rural character within the Macedon Ranges Shire.

Is Pastoria a good place to live? +

Pastoria suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in a scenic, hilly landscape, with the added convenience of Kyneton nearby for services and a train connection to Melbourne for commuters.

What is the postcode for Pastoria? +

The postcode for Pastoria, VIC is 3444.

Is Pastoria a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pastoria is part of the Macedon Ranges 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.