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Riverslea

VIC 3860 • Victoria

165
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
25.55 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Riverslea

Riverslea is a small agricultural locality in the Gippsland region of Victoria, situated within Wellington Shire approximately 7 kilometres from the township of Maffra and 19 kilometres from Sale. Covering around 25.5 square kilometres, the locality sits within the productive Macalister Irrigation District, one of Victoria's most significant irrigated farming areas. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 165 people, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming locality.

The Macalister Irrigation District gives Riverslea its agricultural identity, with irrigation-fed dairy farms, cropping enterprises, and pastoral properties characteristic of the landscape. Residents have convenient access to the full range of services in Maffra, including schools, shops, medical facilities, and sporting clubs, with the regional centre of Sale a short drive further east. The Macalister Demonstration Farm, located within the locality, represents the area's long association with agricultural research and innovation in the Gippsland dairy industry.

Riverslea falls under postcode 3860 and is governed by the Wellington Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3860
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.57°, 146.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.55 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3860

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3860, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,216
Median 2023–24
$51,420
▲ 19.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,216

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3860; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Sale
19 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — Maffra / Sale Approx 10–20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
Nearest station: Sale (approx 19km). Trains from Sale to Melbourne take approx 2.5–3 hrs on the Bairnsdale Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min–2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr–2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Accessible via the Princes Highway through Sale. Maffra (7km) provides day-to-day services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Riverslea is a dispersed farming locality with no walkable village; a car is needed for all services and shopping.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
165
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Riverslea known for? +

Riverslea is known as part of the Macalister Irrigation District in Gippsland, one of Victoria's most productive irrigated farming zones. The Macalister Demonstration Farm, located within the locality, has a long history of agricultural research supporting the Gippsland dairy industry.

How far is Riverslea from Melbourne? +

Riverslea is approximately 190 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway. The township of Maffra, about 7 kilometres away, is the nearest service hub, with Sale a further 12 kilometres east.

Does Riverslea have public transport? +

Riverslea has no direct public transport services. The nearest train station is in Sale, approximately 19 kilometres away, served by the Bairnsdale Line to Melbourne. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Riverslea? +

According to the 2021 Census, Riverslea has a population of 165 people across approximately 25.5 square kilometres. It is a lightly settled farming locality within Wellington Shire.

Is Riverslea a good place to live? +

Riverslea suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of a small regional town. Its proximity to Maffra (7km) means residents can access schools, shops, and community facilities without travelling far, while enjoying the open farmland setting of the Gippsland plains.

What is the postcode for Riverslea? +

The postcode for Riverslea, Victoria is 3860, shared with Maffra and surrounding localities.

Is Riverslea a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Riverslea is part of the Wellington 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.