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Springhurst

VIC 3682 • Victoria

349
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
118.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricSemi-Rural
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About Springhurst

Springhurst is a small rural locality in northeast Victoria, situated within the Indigo Shire Council area approximately 15 kilometres north of Wangaratta and 20 kilometres southeast of Wodonga. With a population of 349 residents spread across 118 square kilometres of gently rolling farmland, the locality reflects the open agricultural character of the upper Murray region. Housing density is low, with properties primarily comprising rural residential and farming holdings set among paddocks and native vegetation.

Springhurst is best known for its historic railway connection — the Springhurst railway precinct sits on the Melbourne-to-Sydney rail corridor and was once the junction of the former Rutherglen branch line, a heritage detail that still defines the locality's identity. The Hume Freeway provides fast access to Wangaratta's shops, schools, and hospital, while the twin cities of Wodonga and Albury to the north offer a broader range of regional services. Life here centres on the quiet rhythms of rural northeast Victoria, with a tight-knit farming community, wide-open paddocks, and the unhurried pace of country living.

Springhurst falls under postcode 3682 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3682
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.17°, 146.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
118.45 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3682

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3682 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,421
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,593

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3682; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Station
15 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Wangaratta / Wodonga 20-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct service from Springhurst; Wangaratta Station (15km) offers V/Line services (~2h 45min to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
2h 45min – 3h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 30min – 2h 50min

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) provides direct access to Melbourne; Wodonga/Albury 20km north for broader services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Springhurst is a rural locality with no walkable commercial services — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
349
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Springhurst known for? +

Springhurst is best known for its historic railway connection — the locality sits on the Melbourne-to-Sydney rail corridor and was once the junction point of the former Rutherglen branch line. Today it is a quiet rural farming community in the heart of northeast Victoria's grazing country.

How far is Springhurst from Melbourne? +

Springhurst is approximately 270 kilometres northeast of Melbourne CBD, making it a journey of around 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours by car via the Hume Freeway. Regional rail services to Wangaratta (15km south) take about 2 hours 45 minutes to Southern Cross Station.

Does Springhurst have public transport? +

Springhurst itself has no regular public transport services. The nearest rail access is at Wangaratta Station, approximately 15 kilometres south, which is served by V/Line regional trains. A car is essential for getting around the area.

What is the population of Springhurst? +

According to the 2021 Census, Springhurst has a population of 349 residents, making it a very small rural locality. It covers a large area of 118 square kilometres, reflecting its sparse rural character.

Is Springhurst a good place to live? +

Springhurst suits people who value a genuine rural lifestyle in beautiful northeast Victoria. It offers peace, open space, and a strong country community feel, with Wangaratta and Wodonga within easy driving distance for services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Springhurst? +

The postcode for Springhurst, VIC is 3682, which also covers nearby localities in the Indigo Shire area of northeast Victoria.

Is Springhurst a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Springhurst is part of the Wangaratta 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.