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Redcastle

VIC 3523 • Victoria

67
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
62.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricBushlandAgricultural
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About Redcastle

Redcastle is a small rural locality in central Victoria, located within the City of Greater Bendigo approximately 45 kilometres east of Bendigo and 18 kilometres north of Heathcote. The locality covers around 62.6 square kilometres and had a 2021 census population of 67 residents. Redcastle has a rich goldfields heritage — it was established in 1859 following the discovery of gold at what was originally known as the Balmoral Diggings, and underground mining continued until 1902. Positioned between the McIvor (Heathcote) and Waranga (Rushworth) goldfields, the locality retains visible evidence of its mining past in the form of abandoned mine shafts and tailings surrounded by state forest.

Today Redcastle is a quiet farming and bush locality where remnant goldfield diggings coexist with rural grazing and native state forest on three sides. Southern Cross Gold has identified the area as a modern mineral exploration target, recognising the locality's continued geological significance. Heathcote, the nearest service town renowned for its Shiraz wines and historic gold rush streetscapes, is approximately 18 kilometres to the south and provides shops, schools, and community services. Bendigo, one of Victoria's largest regional cities with excellent rail connections to Melbourne, is accessible within an hour's drive. Redcastle attracts history enthusiasts, rural property seekers, and those drawn to Victoria's fascinating goldfields legacy.

Redcastle falls under postcode 3523 and is governed by the Campaspe 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
3523
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.84°, 144.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
62.59 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3523

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3523, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,563
Median 2023–24
$48,239
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,977

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3523; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
45 km
N/A — drive only
Heathcote Junction Station
35 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Redcastle — Car required; Heathcote has some regional connections N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Approx 2 hr from Bendigo on Bendigo Line V/Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Midland Highway at Heathcote (18 km south) connects to Melbourne; Bendigo (45 km west) is the regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Redcastle is a rural bushland locality with no local services; Heathcote (18 km south) is the nearest shopping town.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
67
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Redcastle known for? +

Redcastle is known for its 19th-century gold mining heritage, having been established in 1859 as the Balmoral Diggings on the edge of the McIvor and Waranga goldfields. Numerous abandoned mine shafts and heritage remnants remain visible in the surrounding state forest, and the area continues to attract modern mineral exploration interest.

How far is Redcastle from Melbourne? +

Redcastle is approximately 150 kilometres north of Melbourne, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Freeway and Midland Highway through Heathcote.

Does Redcastle have public transport? +

Redcastle has no direct public transport. Bendigo (45 km west) provides the nearest V/Line rail connections to Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for travel from Redcastle.

What is the population of Redcastle? +

According to the 2021 Census, Redcastle had a population of 67 residents. The locality is small and rural, with most of its area covered by state forest and farming land.

Is Redcastle a good place to live? +

Redcastle suits history enthusiasts, rural lifestyle seekers, and those interested in Victoria's goldfields heritage. The locality offers bush seclusion near Heathcote and Bendigo, with good access to the wine region and national-park quality bushland, though all services require a drive to Heathcote or further.

What is the postcode for Redcastle? +

The postcode for Redcastle, Victoria is 3523.

Is Redcastle a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Redcastle is part of the Campaspe 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.