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Piries

VIC 3723 • Victoria

66
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHigh CountryBushlandAgriculturalScenic

About Piries

Piries is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated in the Mansfield Shire approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Mansfield and within the foothills of the Victorian Alps. Covering about 37 square kilometres of hilly grazing and forested land, the area sits within the Ovens Valley catchment at elevations of 400–700 metres. The 2021 census counted 66 residents, making it a quintessential quiet bush locality.

Pastoral farming and timber-related activities have historically shaped the Piries community, and the picturesque landscape attracts occasional visitors exploring the Victorian High Country by road or motorbike. Residents access services in Mansfield, which offers supermarkets, a hospital, schools, and a lively tourism economy centred on the nearby Lake Eildon and alpine resorts such as Mount Buller. The area is part of the broader High Country tourism region and the Mansfield–Mount Buller Alpine Resort Access Road passes within reach.

Piries falls under postcode 3723 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.89°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.80 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (Mansfield service) — Mansfield / Melbourne ~25 min to Mansfield; ~3 h to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
Drive to Mansfield (~25 km) then V/Line coach ~3 h
By Bus
~3 h 30 min via Mansfield
By Car (Peak)
~2 h 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 h 15 min

🛣️ Mansfield is the nearest service centre (~25 km). No direct rail to Mansfield; V/Line coach connects to Melbourne.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A small rural locality with no local shops or footpaths; residents rely entirely on private vehicles to access services in Mansfield.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
66
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Piries known for? +

Piries is a very small rural locality in the Mansfield Shire of north-east Victoria, characterised by farming and grazing land in the foothills of the Victorian High Country.

How far is Piries from Mansfield? +

Piries is in the Mansfield Shire area, approximately 15-20 kilometres from Mansfield township. Melbourne is approximately 185 kilometres south via the Maroondah Highway.

Does Piries have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Piries. The nearest V/Line coach stop is at Mansfield. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Piries? +

According to the 2021 Census, Piries has a population of approximately 66 residents, a very small farming community in the Mansfield Shire.

Is Piries a good place to live? +

Piries suits farming families in the Mansfield area, within reach of the Mansfield township's services and the Victorian High Country's alpine attractions.

What is the postcode for Piries? +

The postcode for Piries is 3723.