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Piangil

VIC 3597 • Victoria

230
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
270.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulMallee
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About Piangil

Piangil is a small rural town in the Mallee region of northern Victoria, situated approximately 382 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 46 kilometres north-west of the regional hub of Swan Hill, within the Rural City of Swan Hill council area. With a population of around 230 residents across 95 dwellings, the town has a quiet agricultural character shaped by generations of farming in the surrounding mallee scrubland. The locality name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word for the Murray cod, reflecting the area's deep Indigenous heritage and proximity to the Murray River system.

Piangil sits along the Mallee Highway and was historically serviced by a railway line extended from Swan Hill in the early 20th century, though the line no longer operates. The surrounding landscape is characterised by dryland farming, grazing, and remnant mallee vegetation, attracting those drawn to a quiet rural lifestyle. Basic services and community facilities are available locally, with Swan Hill providing the nearest range of shops, medical services, and schools for the wider district.

Piangil falls under postcode 3597 and is governed by the Swan Hill Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3597
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.97°, 143.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
270.26 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3597

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3597 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,150
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,901

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3597; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Swan Hill Approx. 45 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
382 km
By Train
No direct train service; Swan Hill station approx. 46 km away
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 45 min – 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr

🛣️ Via Mallee Highway and Sunraysia Highway. Swan Hill is the nearest major service centre.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Piangil is a small rural town where a car is essential for most daily needs; Swan Hill provides the nearest comprehensive services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
230
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
242.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
166.6 / 100k
2yr Up 35.9% 10yr Up 20.1%
Non-FV assault
433.2 / 100k
2yr Down 12.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Up 57.9% 10yr Up 40.2%
View all offence subgroups for Swan Hill →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Piangil known for? +

Piangil is known for its agricultural heritage in Victoria's Mallee region, with the town historically connected to dryland farming and grazing. The name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word for the Murray cod, and a railway once connected the town to Swan Hill before the line was closed.

How far is Piangil from Melbourne? +

Piangil is approximately 382 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, making it around a 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive depending on conditions. Swan Hill, the nearest regional centre, is about 46 kilometres away.

Does Piangil have public transport? +

Public transport options in Piangil are very limited; the railway line that once served the town no longer operates. A car is essential for getting around, with Swan Hill the nearest town for services.

What is the population of Piangil? +

According to the 2021 Census, Piangil has a population of approximately 230 residents, with around 95 dwellings in the locality.

Is Piangil a good place to live? +

Piangil suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in northern Victoria, with a close-knit community and the wide-open mallee landscape. It is well removed from major centres, so residents rely on Swan Hill for shopping, medical care, and education.

What is the postcode for Piangil? +

The postcode for Piangil is 3597.

Is Piangil a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Piangil is part of the Swan Hill 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.