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Peechelba

VIC 3678 • Victoria

177
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
79.28 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet LifestyleRegional Victoria
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About Peechelba

Peechelba is a small rural town in north-eastern Victoria, located approximately 277 km from Melbourne and 27 km north-west of Wangaratta in the Rural City of Wangaratta and Shire of Moira. The area is nestled in pastoral landscapes between the Murray River corridor and the Ovens Valley, characterised by flat agricultural land and open plains. With a population of around 345, it is a tightly knit rural community where farming and grazing have shaped the local identity for generations.

Peechelba offers a quintessential rural lifestyle with wide-open spaces and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy easy access to the recreational facilities and services of Wangaratta, including shopping, schools, and the Ovens River for fishing and kayaking. The area attracts those seeking affordable rural living with scenic surroundings, and the nearby towns of Yarrawonga and Rutherglen add to the region's wine and leisure appeal.

Peechelba 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
79.28 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

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
27 km
North East Line (Melbourne-Albury)

Bus Services

  • Ovens Valley Bus Service — Wangaratta CBD 35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
277 km
By Train
~3h (drive to Wangaratta, then V/Line ~2h 30min)
By Bus
Not practical
By Car (Peak)
~3h 10min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2h 55min

🛣️ Wangaratta is the main service hub; most residents commute there rather than Melbourne.

Walkability Car Dependent

A car is essential for all daily needs; no walkable amenities in the immediate locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
177
▲ 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. 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 known for? +

Peechelba is a small rural community near Wangaratta in north-east Victoria's wine and alpine country, known for its farming and grazing land in the King Valley corridor.

How far is Peechelba from Wangaratta? +

Peechelba is approximately 15-20 kilometres from Wangaratta. Melbourne is approximately 277 kilometres south via the Hume Freeway.

Does Peechelba have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Peechelba. Wangaratta station on the Sydney main line (V/Line Albury service) is the nearest rail access. A car is essential.

What is the population of Peechelba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Peechelba has a population of approximately 177 residents, a very small farming community in north-east Victoria.

Is Peechelba a good place to live? +

Peechelba suits farming families seeking a rural lifestyle near Wangaratta, with access to the King Valley's wine country and the alpine region of north-east Victoria.

What is the postcode for Peechelba? +

The postcode for Peechelba is 3678.

Is Peechelba a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Peechelba 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.