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Robinvale

VIC 3549 • Rest of VIC

3,497
Population (2021)
$68,484
Median Household Income
75.49 km²
Area
$220/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalMulticulturalRiversideAffordable

About Robinvale

Robinvale is a Murray River town situated approximately 360 kilometres north-west of Melbourne in the Swan Hill Rural City council area. With a population of 3,497 spread across 75 square kilometres, the town serves as a commercial hub for the surrounding irrigated agricultural district. The community is notably multicultural — reflecting decades of seasonal and permanent migration driven by the horticultural industry — with significant Vietnamese, Italian, and Australian Aboriginal communities present.

The Robinvale district is renowned for its citrus orchards, table grapes, wine grapes, and almonds, making agriculture the dominant industry and employer in the area. The Murray River provides a natural recreational asset, with fishing, boating, and riverside parks enjoyed by locals year-round. The town has essential services including a hospital, schools, and a small shopping strip, though residents rely heavily on private vehicles for most needs. Robinvale's affordable housing, low median rent of $220 per week, and tight-knit community character attract families and agricultural workers seeking a quieter regional lifestyle.

Robinvale falls under postcode 3549 and is governed by Swan Hill Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3549
Urban Area
Swan Hill - Robinvale
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.62°, 142.75°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
75.49 km²
Elevation
64m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

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

🏡House
$364K
5 sales · ▼ 5.3% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,012
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
12.6%

91 state housing + 34 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services (limited) — Swan Hill and regional centres Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Swan Hill (~85 km); V/Line coach available
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3-3.5 hr

🛣️ Remote regional town; car is the primary mode of transport; V/Line coaches connect to Melbourne via Swan Hill

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; limited walking infrastructure outside the town centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
242.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
166.6 / 100k
2yr Up 35.9% 10yr Up 20.1%
Non-FV assault
433.2 / 100k
2yr Down 12.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Up 57.9% 10yr Up 40.2%
View all offence subgroups for Swan Hill →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,088
Census 2021
3,497
▲ 13.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$28,132
Personal Income 2021
$31,980
▲ 13.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

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

Personal
$31,980 / yr
$615/wk
Household
$68,484 / yr
$1317/wk
Family
$74,412 / yr
$1431/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,676
Born Overseas 1,355

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malaysia 425
  • 2. Vietnam 195
  • 3. Thailand 86
  • 4. Cambodia 58
  • 5. Italy 50
  • 6. Philippines 43
  • 7. Fiji 39
  • 8. New Zealand 39
  • 9. Taiwan 30
  • 10. China 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 563
English 535
Italian 453
Chinese 273
Australian Aboriginal 263
Vietnamese 191
Irish 134
Scottish 94
Filipino 55
German 51

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,138
Both parents born in Australia
1,675
Both parents born overseas
206
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.5%
No Religion
19.3%
Buddhism
13.1%
Islam
5.5%
Hinduism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
212 (6.1%)
5-14 years
422 (12.1%)
15-19 years
158 (4.5%)
20-24 years
179 (5.1%)
25-34 years
625 (17.9%)
35-44 years
564 (16.1%)
45-54 years
370 (10.6%)
55-64 years
413 (11.8%)
65-74 years
344 (9.8%)
75-84 years
129 (3.7%)
85+ years
74 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Robinvale known for? +

Robinvale is known for its highly multicultural population — one of the most diverse in regional Victoria — with large communities of Pacific Islander, South-East Asian, and South Asian seasonal workers. The town is also known for its horticulture, table grapes, and wine production on the Murray River.

How far is Robinvale from Melbourne? +

Robinvale is approximately 360 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, around a 4 hour drive via the Calder Highway and Murray Valley Highway.

Does Robinvale have public transport? +

Robinvale is served by V/Line coach services connecting to Swan Hill, where train services to Melbourne can be accessed. There is no direct train to Robinvale; the journey to Melbourne by public transport takes 4-5 hours.

What is the population of Robinvale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Robinvale has a population of approximately 3,497 residents, with a large seasonal worker population swelling numbers during harvest periods.

Is Robinvale a good place to live? +

Robinvale offers affordable living in a vibrant multicultural Murray River town, with local shops, schools, and community services serving a diverse population. It suits those working in the regional horticulture and winemaking industries.

What is the postcode for Robinvale? +

The postcode for Robinvale is 3549.

What is the average income in Robinvale? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Robinvale is about $615 per week (around $32,000 per year). The median household income is $1,317 per week and the median family income is $1,431 per week.

What is the median house price in Robinvale? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $364,400, down 5.3% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Robinvale? +

The median age in Robinvale is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (625 residents, around 18%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Robinvale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Robinvale is part of the Swan Hill 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 Robinvale? +

In Robinvale, the median weekly rent is $220, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,012 (2021 Census).