🔍

Sebastian

VIC 3556 • Victoria

251
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
Advertisement

About Sebastian

Sebastian is a small rural town in the City of Greater Bendigo, located approximately 22 kilometres north of Bendigo in northern Victoria. Covering around 30 square kilometres, the locality sits in the broad agricultural plains of the Loddon region, within easy reach of the Loddon Highway. With a population of 251 and a median income of approximately $44,547, Sebastian is a quiet farming community that forms part of the outer rural fringe of greater Bendigo.

The Loddon Highway connects Sebastian to Bendigo to the south, providing access to the full range of services, shopping, hospitals, and educational institutions available in one of Victoria's largest regional cities. The surrounding landscape is characterised by grain cropping, grazing, and the open farmland typical of the Loddon plains. Sebastian appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle with large blocks or agricultural land, while remaining within a manageable drive of Bendigo's amenities and employment opportunities.

Sebastian falls under postcode 3556 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3556
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.66°, 144.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.37 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3556

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3556, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,547
Median 2023–24
$52,855
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,828

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3556; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Bendigo 25-35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Drive to Bendigo Station (~22km), then ~2 hrs to Melbourne on Bendigo Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 55 min - 2 hrs 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min - 1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Loddon Highway connects to Bendigo; Calder Highway is the main freeway corridor to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops or services; Bendigo provides all major amenities and requires a short drive via Loddon Highway

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
251
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 33.1%
Motor vehicle theft
258.8 / 100k
2yr Up 62.3% 10yr Up 25.3%
Non-FV assault
400.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.7% 10yr Up 66.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.7 / 100k
2yr Up 192.2% 10yr Up 32.1%
Steal from vehicle
636.9 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Bendigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sebastian known for? +

Sebastian is a quiet rural town north of Bendigo in the Loddon plains, known for its farming properties, grain and livestock agriculture, and the rural lifestyle typical of Greater Bendigo's outer localities. The Loddon Highway runs through the area, connecting it to Bendigo and beyond.

How far is Sebastian from Bendigo CBD? +

Sebastian is approximately 22 kilometres north of Bendigo CBD, roughly a 20–30 minute drive via the Loddon Highway, making Bendigo the practical service hub for residents.

Does Sebastian have public transport? +

Sebastian has no rail service of its own. The nearest train station is Bendigo (approximately 22 km south) on the Melbourne–Bendigo line. There are limited regional bus services in the broader area, but a private vehicle is essential for everyday travel.

What is the population of Sebastian? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sebastian has a population of 251 residents across approximately 30 square kilometres, reflecting a low-density rural community on the northern outskirts of Greater Bendigo.

Is Sebastian a good place to live? +

Sebastian suits those who want a rural lifestyle with large land parcels and open countryside, while remaining within a 20–30 minute drive of Bendigo's services, schools, and employment. It appeals to farming households and lifestyle-block buyers looking for space away from the city.

What is the postcode for Sebastian? +

The postcode for Sebastian is 3556, shared with several rural localities north of Bendigo in the Greater Bendigo area.

Is Sebastian a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sebastian is part of the Greater Bendigo 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.