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Peechelba East

VIC 3678 • Victoria

54
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Peechelba East

Peechelba East is a small rural locality in the Wangaratta area of north-east Victoria, situated approximately 255 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 33 square kilometres of farming land in the Ovens Valley near Wangaratta.

The nearest town of Wangaratta, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. Wangaratta is the gateway to Victoria's high country ski resorts and the King and Ovens River valleys known for wine and trout fishing. There is no public transport serving Peechelba East; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Peechelba East falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.50 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3678

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3678 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,966
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,461

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3678; 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
255 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Wangaratta is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

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

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
54
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Peechelba East known for? +

Peechelba East is a quiet rural locality in the Wangaratta area of north-east Victoria. The locality covers approximately 33 square kilometres of farming land in the Ovens Valley near Wangaratta.

How far is Peechelba East from Melbourne CBD? +

Peechelba East is approximately 255 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, roughly a 3 to 4 hour drive.

Does Peechelba East have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Peechelba East. A private vehicle is essential, with Wangaratta approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Peechelba East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Peechelba East has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Wangaratta area of north-east Victoria.

Is Peechelba East a good place to live? +

Peechelba East suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Wangaratta area of north-east Victoria, with Wangaratta providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Peechelba East? +

The postcode for Peechelba East is 3678, covering this rural locality in the Wangaratta area of north-east Victoria.

Is Peechelba East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Peechelba East is part of the Wangaratta 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.