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Red Cliffs

VIC 3496 • Rest of VIC

5,294
Population (2021)
$67,080
Median Household Income
206.66 km²
Area
$240/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableFamily-FriendlyRegional
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About Red Cliffs

Red Cliffs is a small township in north-western Victoria, located approximately 15 kilometres south of Mildura within the Mildura Rural City. With a population of around 5,300, it serves as a key service centre for the surrounding irrigated farming district. The town has a balanced demographic with families making up a significant proportion of households and a strong sense of community.

Named after the striking red sandstone cliffs along the Murray River nearby, the township offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with essential amenities including schools, shops, sporting facilities, and a public swimming pool. The surrounding region is renowned for dried fruit, wine grape, and citrus production. Red Cliffs is popular with families and retirees seeking affordable housing and a close-knit community atmosphere away from the bustle of larger centres.

Red Cliffs falls under postcode 3496 and is governed by the Mildura Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3496
Urban Area
Mildura
LGA / Council
Mildura
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.34°, 142.25°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
206.66 km²
Population Density
26 /km²
Elevation
57m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Red Cliffs for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$409K
30 sales · ▲ 20.2% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$326K
6 sales · ▼ 17.5% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3496

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3496, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,344
Median 2023–24
$50,317
▲ 27.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,548

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3496; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$27,716
Personal Income 2021
$35,048
▲ 26.5% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$35,048 / yr
$674/wk
Household
$67,080 / yr
$1290/wk
Family
$84,552 / yr
$1626/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$240
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.9%

41 state housing + 15 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mildura (coach terminal)
15 km
V/Line coach to Melbourne (no passenger rail)

Bus Services

  • Route 100 — Mildura via Irymple 20-25 min

Commute to Mildura

Distance
15 km
By Bus
20-25 min
By Car (Peak)
15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12 min

🛣️ Regional town; Melbourne is 550km away (~6h drive or V/Line coach). Mildura is the nearest major centre.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though the town centre has basic shops and services within walking distance for nearby residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,060
Census 2021
5,294
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
502.2 / 100k
2yr Down 22.9% 10yr Down 46.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.1 / 100k
2yr Down 24.4% 10yr Up 11.5%
Non-FV assault
445.2 / 100k
2yr Down 10.1% 10yr Up 21.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 88.6%
Steal from vehicle
633.3 / 100k
2yr Down 12.8% 10yr Down 19.5%
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Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,284
Born Overseas 506

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 79
  • 2. Malaysia 76
  • 3. Italy 40
  • 4. India 37
  • 5. New Zealand 30
  • 6. Philippines 23
  • 7. Thailand 18
  • 8. Turkey 18
  • 9. Germany 16
  • 10. South Africa 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,164
English 2,052
Scottish 533
Irish 434
Italian 352
German 263
Australian Aboriginal 213
Dutch 55
Chinese 49
Greek 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

3,723
Both parents born in Australia
714
Both parents born overseas
361
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.8%
Christianity
39.0%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.9%
Sikhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
278 (5.3%)
5-14 years
686 (13.0%)
15-19 years
310 (5.9%)
20-24 years
298 (5.6%)
25-34 years
644 (12.2%)
35-44 years
636 (12.0%)
45-54 years
648 (12.2%)
55-64 years
788 (14.9%)
65-74 years
562 (10.6%)
75-84 years
297 (5.6%)
85+ years
142 (2.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Cliffs known for? +

Red Cliffs is known for the iconic Big Koala sculpture, the Mildara Blass Winery (one of Australia's largest), and its historical significance as a soldier settlement scheme established after World War I to support returned servicemen in developing the Sunraysia irrigation district.

How far is Red Cliffs from Mildura? +

Red Cliffs is approximately 15 kilometres south of Mildura CBD, around a 15-20 minute drive. Melbourne is approximately 550 kilometres south-east.

Does Red Cliffs have public transport? +

Red Cliffs has limited public transport with local bus services connecting to Mildura. There is no train service to the Mildura region; V/Line coaches serve the corridor to Melbourne.

What is the population of Red Cliffs? +

According to the 2021 Census, Red Cliffs has a population of approximately 5,294 residents, a significant Sunraysia township with a strong agricultural and viticultural heritage.

Is Red Cliffs a good place to live? +

Red Cliffs offers affordable living in the Sunraysia region with access to the Mildura CBD and Murray River lifestyle. It suits families and agricultural workers in the region, with the town's own primary school, shops, and community facilities.

What is the postcode for Red Cliffs? +

The postcode for Red Cliffs is 3496.

What is the average income in Red Cliffs? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Red Cliffs is about $674 per week (around $35,000 per year). The median household income is $1,290 per week and the median family income is $1,626 per week.

What is the median house price in Red Cliffs? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $408,800, up 20.2% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $326,000, down 17.5% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Red Cliffs? +

The median age in Red Cliffs is 41. The largest age group is 55–64 (788 residents, around 15%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Red Cliffs a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Red Cliffs is part of the Mildura 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.

How much is rent in Red Cliffs? +

In Red Cliffs, the median weekly rent is $240, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,083 (2021 Census).