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Pyalong

VIC 3521 • Victoria

772
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
115.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyHistoricGrowth SuburbSemi-Rural
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About Pyalong

Pyalong is a small country town in the Shire of Mitchell in central Victoria, located on the Northern Highway approximately 90 kilometres north of Melbourne. With a population of around 772 residents at the 2021 census, it has experienced steady growth in recent decades as a semi-rural alternative to Melbourne's urban fringe. Covering about 116 square kilometres, Pyalong sits on the traditional country of the Taungurung people.

The town offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with a general store, hotel, primary school, neighbourhood house, and sporting clubs serving the local community. It is particularly popular with hobby farmers, retirees, and families seeking affordable acreage within commuting distance of Melbourne. The historic timber trestle rail bridge over Mollison Creek is a notable local landmark, and the surrounding area offers pleasant drives through farming country.

Pyalong falls under postcode 3521 and is governed by the Mitchell Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3521
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mitchell
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.09°, 144.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
115.81 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3521

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3521 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$56,413
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,880

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3521; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wallan Station
35 km
V/Line Seymour line - trains to Melbourne Southern Cross

Bus Services

  • McHarry's Bus Lines (regional) — Kilmore to Melbourne (Tullamarine and City) via Northern Highway ~1.5-2 hrs to Melbourne CBD

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Drive to Wallan (~35 km) then V/Line Seymour train (~1 hr to Southern Cross)
By Bus
~1.5 hrs via coach on Northern Highway
By Car (Peak)
~1.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to work or use park-and-ride at Wallan Station on the V/Line Seymour line.

Walkability Car Dependent

Small rural town; basic amenities within the village centre but private car required for most trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
772
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
238.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 53.6%
Motor vehicle theft
232.2 / 100k
2yr Up 118.8% 10yr Down 16.4%
Non-FV assault
302.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 22.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 54.8% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
553.5 / 100k
2yr Up 80.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mitchell →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pyalong known for? +

Pyalong is a small country town on the Northern Highway in central Victoria, known for its rural community character and position between Melbourne and Seymour. The surrounding area has historical significance from the gold rush era.

How far is Pyalong from Melbourne? +

Pyalong is approximately 90 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, around a 1 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Northern Highway.

Does Pyalong have public transport? +

Pyalong has very limited public transport. The nearest V/Line station is at Seymour (approximately 25 km north). A car is required for commuting and daily needs.

What is the population of Pyalong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pyalong has a population of approximately 772 residents, a small rural community in the Mitchell Shire.

Is Pyalong a good place to live? +

Pyalong offers affordable rural living in central Victoria with easy Northern Highway access to Melbourne. It suits those seeking a quiet country lifestyle within reasonable reach of Seymour's services and Melbourne.

What is the postcode for Pyalong? +

The postcode for Pyalong is 3521.

Is Pyalong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pyalong is part of the Mitchell 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.