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Rosewhite

VIC 3737 • Victoria

141
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
104.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHigh CountryAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Rosewhite

Rosewhite is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated in the Alpine Shire approximately 4 kilometres south-east of Myrtleford and 53 kilometres south-east of Wangaratta. With a population of 141 residents at the 2021 census, the locality occupies approximately 104 square kilometres of the Upper Ovens Valley at an elevation of around 335 metres. The area lies within the Alpine Valleys wine region and has a landscape defined by Happy Valley Creek, rolling pastoral land, and the forested ranges of the Victorian Alps on the horizon.

Rosewhite has a quiet, rural character rooted in its origins as a World War I soldier settler district, with beef cattle and dairy farming remaining the backbone of the local economy. The locality is part of the Alpine Valleys Wine region, and the surrounding area is gaining recognition for cool-climate viticulture alongside its traditional grazing heritage. Residents rely on Myrtleford just 4 kilometres away for everyday needs, schooling, and services, while Wangaratta provides a wider range of healthcare, retail, and transport connections including V/Line rail access to Melbourne.

Rosewhite falls under postcode 3737 and is governed by the Alpine Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3737
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Alpine
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.55°, 146.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
104.50 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3737

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3737, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,646
Median 2023–24
$49,332
▲ 18.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,241

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3737; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
53 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • V/Line bus services — Myrtleford and Wangaratta connections Approx. 1 hr to Wangaratta for V/Line train

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
295 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta then V/Line to Southern Cross (~3.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Hume Highway through Wangaratta; Great Alpine Road also nearby

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural valley locality with no shops; Myrtleford 4km away has essential services but a car is required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
141
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
83.2 / 100k
2yr Down 35.5% 10yr Down 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
121 / 100k
2yr Up 127.8% 10yr Up 660.9%
Non-FV assault
136.1 / 100k
2yr Down 18.4% 10yr Down 25.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
249.5 / 100k
2yr Up 17.5% 10yr Up 213.9%
View all offence subgroups for Alpine →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rosewhite known for? +

Rosewhite is known for its tranquil farming valley, beef cattle and dairy heritage, and its position within the Alpine Valleys Wine region of north-eastern Victoria. The locality has a rich history as a World War I soldier settlement district in the picturesque Upper Ovens Valley.

How far is Rosewhite from Melbourne? +

Rosewhite is approximately 295 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a drive of around 3 to 3.5 hours via the Hume Highway through Wangaratta and then south to Myrtleford.

Does Rosewhite have public transport? +

Rosewhite has no rail service. The nearest V/Line train station is in Wangaratta, approximately 53 kilometres to the north-west. V/Line bus services connect Myrtleford and the broader region, but a private vehicle is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Rosewhite? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rosewhite has a population of 141 residents. The locality covers approximately 104 square kilometres in the Alpine Shire of north-eastern Victoria.

Is Rosewhite a good place to live? +

Rosewhite is ideal for those seeking a peaceful alpine valley lifestyle with genuine rural character. It suits farming families and people working remotely who value open space, cooler temperatures, and proximity to the Victorian high country, with the conveniences of Myrtleford just minutes away.

What is the postcode for Rosewhite? +

Rosewhite's postcode is 3737, shared with Myrtleford and surrounding localities in the Alpine Shire of north-eastern Victoria.

Is Rosewhite a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rosewhite is part of the Alpine 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.