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Shelbourne

VIC 3463 • Victoria

423
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
129.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulRemoteEstablished
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About Shelbourne

Shelbourne is a small rural locality spanning 130 square kilometres in the Shire of Loddon and City of Greater Bendigo, approximately 136 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 25 kilometres west of Bendigo. With a 2021 Census population of 423, the locality is sparsely settled across a broad agricultural landscape, with Murphys Creek flowing through its southern reaches. The median household income is modest, reflecting the farming and rural nature of the community.

The surrounding area is predominantly dry-land farming country, with cereal cropping, livestock grazing, and sheep stations typical of the central Victorian hinterland. Residents rely on nearby Bendigo for supermarkets, hospitals, schools, and urban services, making it a genuinely rural lifestyle choice. Shelbourne appeals to those who value wide open spaces, agricultural heritage, and the unhurried pace of country Victoria, with the city conveniences of Bendigo within a reasonable drive.

Shelbourne falls under postcode 3463 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
3463
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.96°, 144.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
129.74 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3463

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3463, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,029
Median 2023–24
$44,877
▲ 18.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,089

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3463; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
136 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Bendigo (~25 km) then V/Line Bendigo to Southern Cross (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
100-130 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
90-110 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Calder Highway via Bendigo is the primary route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all daily errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
423
▲ 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 Shelbourne. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shelbourne known for? +

Shelbourne is known as a quiet rural locality in central Victoria, characterised by broad agricultural landscapes, cereal cropping, and livestock grazing. Murphys Creek runs through the southern part of the locality, adding natural character to the farming country.

How far is Shelbourne from Melbourne CBD? +

Shelbourne is approximately 136 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, typically a 90-130 minute drive via the Calder Highway through Bendigo.

Does Shelbourne have public transport? +

There are no regular public transport services in Shelbourne. The nearest railway station is at Bendigo, approximately 25 kilometres to the east, where V/Line trains connect to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Shelbourne? +

According to the 2021 Census, Shelbourne has a population of 423 residents, spread sparsely across a large locality of approximately 130 square kilometres.

Is Shelbourne a good place to live? +

Shelbourne is well-suited to those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle in central Victoria, with wide open farming landscapes and proximity to Bendigo for urban services. It appeals to farmers, hobby farmers, and those who value peaceful country living.

What is the postcode for Shelbourne? +

The postcode for Shelbourne is 3463.

Is Shelbourne a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Shelbourne 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.