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Patyah

VIC 3318 • Victoria

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
208.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Patyah

Patyah is a small rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in western Victoria near the SA border, situated approximately 350 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 55 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community covering a significant area of land. The locality covers around 208 square kilometres of pastoral grazing land in the Glenelg River valley.

The nearest town of Casterton, approximately 25 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The western Victoria landscape offers excellent trout fishing in local rivers and access to the forests and wildlife of the region. There is no public transport serving Patyah; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Patyah falls under postcode 3318 and is governed by the West Wimmera Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3318
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
West Wimmera
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.03°, 141.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
208.33 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3318

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3318 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$46,125
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,212

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3318; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
350 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr - 5 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Casterton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops or services; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
234.1 / 100k
2yr Up 130.1% 10yr Up 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
26 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 65.9%
Non-FV assault
130 / 100k
2yr Down 14.8% 10yr Down 36.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
104 / 100k
2yr Down 41.6% 10yr —
View all offence subgroups for West Wimmera →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Patyah known for? +

Patyah is a quiet rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in western Victoria near the SA border, known for its farming character and peaceful landscape. The locality covers around 208 square kilometres of pastoral grazing land in the Glenelg River valley.

How far is Patyah from Melbourne CBD? +

Patyah is approximately 350 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 5 to 5 hour drive.

Does Patyah have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Patyah. A private vehicle is essential; Casterton is the nearest town, approximately 25 kilometres away.

What is the population of Patyah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Patyah has a small rural population, typical of the sparsely settled the Glenelg Shire in western Victoria near the SA border.

Is Patyah a good place to live? +

Patyah suits those involved in farming or seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Glenelg Shire in western Victoria near the SA border, with Casterton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Patyah? +

The postcode for Patyah is 3318, covering this rural locality in the Glenelg Shire in western Victoria near the SA border.

Is Patyah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Patyah is part of the West Wimmera 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.