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Reedy Creek

VIC 3658 • Victoria

157
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
38.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPeacefulSemi-RuralCommuter Belt
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About Reedy Creek

Reedy Creek is a rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the Shire of Mitchell approximately 99 kilometres north of Melbourne. The locality spans around 38.6 square kilometres of open farmland and bushland at an elevation of approximately 358 metres above sea level, giving it a cooler climate than surrounding lowland areas. With a population of 157 at the 2021 census, Reedy Creek is a thinly settled community typical of the rural Mitchell Shire hinterland.

Everyday life in Reedy Creek revolves around its rural surroundings, with residents typically travelling about 15 minutes to the township of Broadford for school, grocery shopping, and other services. Seymour, approximately 24 kilometres away, provides a broader range of retail, medical, and community facilities, while being accessible from Melbourne via the Hume Freeway makes the area attractive for those seeking a quiet rural retreat. The locality includes two parks covering nearly a quarter of its total area, contributing to its peaceful, bush-fringe character.

Reedy Creek falls under postcode 3658 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 Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3658
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mitchell
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.24°, 145.11°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
38.58 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3658

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3658, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,637
Median 2023–24
$57,432
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,168

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3658; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Broadford
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local school bus services — Broadford ~15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
99 km
By Train
Drive to Broadford Station (~15 min) then ~1.5 hr train to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.25 hr

🛣️ Hume Freeway provides good road access; Seymour Bunnings is 24 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; there are no shops or services within the locality itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
157
▲ 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 Reedy Creek. 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 Reedy Creek known for? +

Reedy Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Mitchell Shire known for its open farmland, bush-fringe character, and elevated position at around 358 metres above sea level. Its peaceful setting and two local parks make it a retreat for those seeking rural seclusion within reach of Melbourne.

How far is Reedy Creek from Melbourne? +

Reedy Creek is approximately 99 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD, about a 1 to 1.25-hour drive via the Hume Freeway, with the township of Broadford around 15 minutes' drive away.

Does Reedy Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Reedy Creek itself. The nearest train station is Broadford, approximately 15 kilometres away on the Seymour Line, which connects to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in about 1.5 hours.

What is the population of Reedy Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Reedy Creek has a population of 157 residents, down slightly from 166 in 2016, reflecting the modest decline common in small rural Victorian localities.

Is Reedy Creek a good place to live? +

Reedy Creek suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with natural surroundings and manageable access to Melbourne. Services are limited within the locality, with Broadford providing essentials and Seymour offering a broader range of shops and medical facilities.

What is the postcode for Reedy Creek? +

The postcode for Reedy Creek is 3658, in Victoria's Shire of Mitchell in central Victoria.

Is Reedy Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Reedy Creek 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.