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Spring Hill

VIC 3444 • Victoria

200
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableQuietSemi-RuralCar-Dependent
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About Spring Hill

Spring Hill is a small rural locality in the Macedon Ranges Shire, approximately 77 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Covering around 47 square kilometres of gentle hill country, the area sits near the historic township of Tylden in central Victoria. With a population of approximately 200 residents and a median household income of around 5,000, Spring Hill embodies the quiet, agricultural character typical of inland Macedon Ranges localities.

The surrounding countryside features grazing pastures, occasional orchards, and the distinctive rolling hills of the Macedon Ranges, which draw visitors for their cool-climate beauty and regional produce. Residents access services, schools, and shopping from the nearby town of Kyneton, approximately 15 kilometres to the north, while Melbourne is reachable in under 90 minutes by car or regional train from Kyneton. Spring Hill attracts those seeking affordable rural land with reasonable proximity to regional amenities.

Spring Hill falls under postcode 3444 and is governed by the Macedon Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Bendigo, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3444
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Macedon Ranges
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.17°, 144.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
47.41 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3444

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3444, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,507
Median 2023–24
$55,181
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,120

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3444; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Railway Station
15 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Kyneton or Tylden (by car) N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
77 km
By Train
Drive to Kyneton (~15 km), then V/Line Bendigo Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Calder Freeway (A79) provides the main road link to Melbourne; Kyneton is the nearest rail hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Kyneton or Tylden

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
200
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
133.8 / 100k
2yr Down 30.6% 10yr Down 47.1%
Motor vehicle theft
166.8 / 100k
2yr Up 110.1% 10yr Up 173.0%
Non-FV assault
122.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.1% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
285.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.1%
View all offence subgroups for Macedon Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spring Hill known for? +

Spring Hill is a quiet rural locality in the Macedon Ranges known for its cool-climate farmland and pastoral scenery. The area sits near the charming township of Tylden and benefits from the broader Macedon Ranges tourism and regional produce scene.

How far is Spring Hill from Melbourne? +

Spring Hill is approximately 77 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minute drive via the Calder Freeway.

Does Spring Hill have public transport? +

Spring Hill has no local bus or train service. The nearest railway station is Kyneton, about 15 kilometres away, offering regular V/Line Bendigo Line services to Melbourne Southern Cross Station in approximately 1 hour.

What is the population of Spring Hill? +

Spring Hill has a population of approximately 200 residents across its 47 square kilometre rural area in the Macedon Ranges Shire.

Is Spring Hill a good place to live? +

Spring Hill suits those who value affordable rural land with reasonable access to Melbourne and the services of Kyneton. The Macedon Ranges setting offers beautiful scenery and a relaxed country lifestyle, though a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Spring Hill? +

The postcode for Spring Hill, Victoria is 3444.

Is Spring Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Spring Hill is part of the Macedon Ranges 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.