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St Arnaud East

VIC 3477 • Victoria

100
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
71.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordableSemi-Rural
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About St Arnaud East

St Arnaud East is a rural locality in the Northern Grampians Shire, situated on the eastern outskirts of the historic gold-mining town of St Arnaud, approximately 244 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 100, up from 81 in 2016, representing solid growth of 23.5%. The locality covers around 72 square kilometres of farming and bushland in Victoria’s central-west.

The area benefits from its proximity to St Arnaud township, which provides shops, schools, a hospital and community facilities rooted in its 1850s gold rush heritage. Pioneer Park on Chrysolite Hill, the site of the former Lord Nelson Gold Mine, is a local landmark. The surrounding landscape features open farmland, scattered bushland and one significant park reserve covering nearly a fifth of the locality. St Arnaud East offers affordable rural living with the conveniences of a country town within easy reach.

St Arnaud East falls under postcode 3477 and is governed by the Northern Grampians 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
3477
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Northern Grampians
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 143.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
71.69 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3477

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3477 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$48,318
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,580

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3477; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough
60 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (Donald–Melbourne via Bendigo) — Melbourne (Southern Cross) 3.5–4 hours from St Arnaud

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
244 km
By Train
No direct train; V/Line coach from St Arnaud to Melbourne, or drive to Maryborough for train via Ballarat
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hours

🛣️ Access via Sunraysia Highway and Western Freeway; V/Line coach stop at St Arnaud township

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality adjacent to St Arnaud township; most errands require driving into town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
100
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
331.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
212.7 / 100k
2yr Up 215.8% 10yr Up 89.3%
Non-FV assault
570 / 100k
2yr Up 38.2% 10yr Up 22.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
263.7 / 100k
2yr Up 141.0% 10yr Down 10.3%
View all offence subgroups for Northern Grampians →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Arnaud East known for? +

St Arnaud East is known as a rural locality adjoining the historic gold-mining town of St Arnaud, which was founded during the 1850s gold rush. The nearby Pioneer Park on Chrysolite Hill marks the site of the former Lord Nelson Gold Mine, once the richest mine in the district.

How far is St Arnaud East from Melbourne? +

St Arnaud East is approximately 244 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, about a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Western Freeway and Sunraysia Highway.

Does St Arnaud East have public transport? +

St Arnaud East has no direct public transport but the nearby town of St Arnaud is served by V/Line coach services to Melbourne. The nearest V/Line train station is at Maryborough, approximately 60 kilometres to the south-east.

What is the population of St Arnaud East? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Arnaud East has a population of 100 people, up from 81 in 2016 — a growth rate of 23.5% over the five-year period.

Is St Arnaud East a good place to live? +

St Arnaud East offers affordable rural living with the advantage of being adjacent to the township of St Arnaud, which provides shops, schools, a hospital and a strong community spirit shaped by its gold rush heritage. It suits those seeking country living close to town amenities.

What is the postcode for St Arnaud East? +

The postcode for St Arnaud East, Victoria is 3477.

Is St Arnaud East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Arnaud East is part of the Northern Grampians 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.