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Sandon

VIC 3462 • Victoria

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricBushlandSemi-Rural
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About Sandon

Sandon is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated approximately 106 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and around 13 kilometres from the historic goldfields town of Castlemaine. The locality straddles the boundary of the Mount Alexander Shire and the Shire of Hepburn, positioned near the Loddon River and the Green Gully Creek in a region rich in gold rush heritage. The 2021 census recorded a population of 89, with the area covering around 36 square kilometres of rural land amid the rolling hills and forest of the Victorian goldfields district.

The surrounding countryside reflects the goldfields character of this part of Victoria, with nearby Newstead (approximately 5 kilometres away) and Castlemaine offering historic streetscapes, arts communities, and local services. The Loddon River valley provides attractive bushland scenery, and the region is popular with those seeking a tree-change lifestyle within commuting range of Castlemaine or Bendigo. Residents rely on Castlemaine and Newstead for schooling, shopping, and medical services, while Melbourne is accessible in under 90 minutes via the Calder Highway or by V/Line train from Castlemaine Station.

Sandon falls under postcode 3462 and is governed by the Mount Alexander Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3462
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mount Alexander
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Bendigo West (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.08°, 144.05°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.58 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3462

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3462 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,843
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,472

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3462; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Castlemaine
13 km
N/A – drive only

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
106 km
By Train
Drive to Castlemaine Station (approx. 13 km), then V/Line Bendigo Line to Southern Cross (approx. 1 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 25 min

🛣️ Calder Highway (A79) is the main route to Melbourne; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; Castlemaine and Newstead provide the nearest local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
304.2 / 100k
2yr Up 56.5% 10yr Down 14.6%
Motor vehicle theft
118.8 / 100k
2yr Up 22.2% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
232.9 / 100k
2yr Up 65.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
313.7 / 100k
2yr Up 43.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mount Alexander →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sandon known for? +

Sandon is a quiet rural locality in the Victorian goldfields, known for its pastoral landscape along the Green Gully Creek and Loddon River valley. The area sits in a region deeply shaped by the 1850s gold rush, with historic Castlemaine just 13 kilometres away.

How far is Sandon from Melbourne? +

Sandon is approximately 106 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, a drive of around 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes via the Calder Highway. Castlemaine, the nearest major town, is approximately 13 kilometres to the south-east.

Does Sandon have public transport? +

Sandon has no local bus service. The nearest train station is at Castlemaine (approximately 13 km away), served by V/Line's Bendigo Line with regular services to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station. A car is needed to reach the station.

What is the population of Sandon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sandon (listed as Sandon, Vic.) has a population of 89, distributed across approximately 36 square kilometres of rural goldfields country near Castlemaine and Newstead.

Is Sandon a good place to live? +

Sandon appeals to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the historic Victorian goldfields, with the heritage and arts community of Castlemaine nearby. It suits tree-changers and those comfortable with rural self-sufficiency, as all services must be sourced from surrounding towns.

What is the postcode for Sandon? +

The postcode for Sandon, VIC is 3462.

Is Sandon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sandon is part of the Mount Alexander 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.