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Rochford

VIC 3442 • Victoria

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Rochford

Rochford is a small rural locality in the Macedon Ranges Shire of central Victoria, situated on the Lancefield-Woodend Road approximately 60 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD. Covering roughly 15 square kilometres of pastoral and semi-rural land, Rochford had a population of 71 residents in the 2021 Census, making it one of the quieter localities in the Macedon Ranges. The area sits in the heart of the Macedon Ranges wine country, nestled between the towns of Lancefield, Woodend, and Romsey, with a landscape characterised by gentle hills, open farmland, and remnant bushland.

Rochford is a short scenic drive from the Macedon Ranges' most popular attractions, including Hanging Rock, Mount Macedon, and a cluster of well-regarded wineries and cellar doors in the immediate surrounds. The Rochford Schoolhouse, a heritage-listed former school building, is one of the locality's few surviving historical structures and today operates as a bed and breakfast. The township of Woodend, approximately 8 kilometres to the west, provides supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, schools, and the Woodend train station on the Bendigo Line, making Melbourne accessible by rail. Rochford suits those seeking a tranquil semi-rural lifestyle within easy commuting distance of Melbourne, surrounded by the natural beauty and cool-climate wine heritage of the Macedon Ranges.

Rochford falls under postcode 3442 and is governed by the Macedon Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of McEwen, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3442
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Macedon Ranges
Federal Electorate
McEwen
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.33°, 144.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.08 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3442

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3442, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,272
Median 2023–24
$62,634
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$88,279

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3442; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woodend
8 km
N/A (drive required)
Lancefield Road (Woodend)
9 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Regional bus services via Woodend and Lancefield — Woodend / Lancefield / Romsey Approx. 10-12 min drive to Woodend

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
Drive to Woodend Station (~8 km), then Bendigo Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 5 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min - 1 hr

🛣️ Access via Calder Freeway (M79); Woodend 8 km west for train, shops, and schools

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rochford is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or footpaths; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Woodend and Lancefield providing the nearest services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
133.8 / 100k
2yr Down 30.6% 10yr Down 47.1%
Motor vehicle theft
166.8 / 100k
2yr Up 110.1% 10yr Up 173.0%
Non-FV assault
122.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.1%
View all offence subgroups for Macedon Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rochford known for? +

Rochford is known for its picturesque position in the heart of Macedon Ranges wine country, surrounded by cool-climate wineries and close to iconic landmarks such as Hanging Rock and Mount Macedon. The heritage-listed Rochford Schoolhouse — now operating as a bed and breakfast — is one of the locality's most notable historical features.

How far is Rochford from Melbourne? +

Rochford is approximately 60 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, making it around a 50 minute to 1 hour 20 minute drive depending on traffic, accessed via the Calder Freeway. The nearest town, Woodend, is approximately 8 kilometres to the west.

Does Rochford have public transport? +

Rochford has no local public transport or bus stop. The nearest train station is Woodend, approximately 8 kilometres away, served by V/Line's Bendigo Line with regular services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station taking around 1 hour 5 minutes. A car is required to reach the station.

What is the population of Rochford? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rochford has a population of 71 residents. The locality covers approximately 15 square kilometres within the Macedon Ranges Shire.

Is Rochford a good place to live? +

Rochford is well suited to those seeking a tranquil semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne, surrounded by the natural beauty and cool-climate wine culture of the Macedon Ranges. It appeals to those who value open farmland, privacy, and easy access to Woodend's cafés, schools, and rail connection.

What is the postcode for Rochford? +

The postcode for Rochford, Victoria is 3442, shared with Woodend and several other localities in the Macedon Ranges Shire.

Is Rochford a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rochford is part of the Macedon Ranges 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.