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Runnymede

VIC 3558 • Victoria

64
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
122.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Runnymede

Runnymede is a rural locality in central Victoria, situated approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Bendigo in the Greater Bendigo City Council area. Covering around 123 square kilometres, the locality is set in the open farming country of the Bendigo region, where dryland cropping, sheep, and beef cattle grazing characterise the agricultural landscape. With a population of around 64 residents, Runnymede is a quiet farming community within the broader Bendigo region, one of Victoria's major inland urban centres.

Bendigo, one of Victoria's largest regional cities, is accessible to the south-west and provides a comprehensive range of services including a major hospital, university, excellent schools, shopping centres, and cultural institutions such as the Bendigo Art Gallery. The surrounding region is part of Victoria's goldfields, with the historic character of the landscape adding interest for residents and visitors alike. Runnymede suits farming families who value the open rural lifestyle of the Bendigo hinterland while having easy access to one of regional Victoria's best-serviced cities.

Runnymede falls under postcode 3558 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3558
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.54°, 144.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
122.76 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3558

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3558 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$50,869
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,007

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3558; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
30 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
Drive to Bendigo Station, then V/Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Calder Freeway (M79) provides main route from Bendigo to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Runnymede is a farming locality with no local services; a car is essential, with Bendigo as the nearest city providing full services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
64
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Runnymede known for? +

Runnymede is a quiet farming locality north-east of Bendigo, known for its open agricultural landscape and proximity to the goldfields heritage and city services of Bendigo.

How far is Runnymede from Bendigo? +

Runnymede is approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Bendigo, a drive of around 30-35 minutes via local roads.

Does Runnymede have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Runnymede. Bendigo train station, approximately 30 kilometres south-west, provides V/Line services to Melbourne.

What is the population of Runnymede? +

According to the 2021 Census, Runnymede has a population of approximately 64 residents.

Is Runnymede a good place to live? +

Runnymede suits farming families who value a quiet rural lifestyle with Bendigo's excellent regional city services accessible by car and Melbourne reachable within 2 hours.

What is the postcode for Runnymede? +

The postcode for Runnymede, VIC is 3558.

Is Runnymede a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Runnymede is part of the Campaspe 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.