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Steels Creek

VIC 3775 • Victoria

276
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLeafyHinterlandPeaceful
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About Steels Creek

Steels Creek is a small rural locality in the Shire of Yarra Ranges, nestled in the heart of Victoria's Yarra Valley, approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD and 7 kilometres north of Yarra Glen. With a population of around 276 residents spread across roughly 30 square kilometres of undulating hills and valleys, the area maintains a quiet, semi-rural character well removed from suburban development. Households here tend to be owner-occupiers drawn to the lifestyle of a working wine country landscape, with median household incomes reflecting the mix of farming families and tree-changers who call it home.

Steels Creek sits within one of Australia's most acclaimed cool-climate wine regions, and the locality is dotted with small vineyards and hobby farms making the most of the fertile valley soils. The surrounding landscape of forested ridges and creek flats offers walking and horse-riding opportunities, while the nearby Yarra Glen township provides everyday essentials including supermarkets, cafes, and a historic hotel. Residents accept a car-dependent lifestyle in exchange for wide open spaces, fresh air, and a genuine connection to the land — a trade-off that draws people seeking relief from city living without straying too far from Melbourne.

Steels Creek falls under postcode 3775 and is governed by the Yarra Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of McEwen, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3775
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
McEwen
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.64°, 145.37°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.21 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3775

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3775, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,610
Median 2023–24
$59,907
▲ 25.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,062

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3775; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lilydale Station
22 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • Limited school/community bus — Yarra Glen / Healesville N/A — limited services

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
No direct train service — drive to Lilydale Station (22 km) then train to City (~50 min)
By Car (Peak)
55–80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Maroondah Highway and Melba Highway provide main access routes

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A purely rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or local services — a car is essential for everything

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
276
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
167.8 / 100k
2yr Up 31.2% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
125.6 / 100k
2yr Up 134.4% 10yr Down 27.5%
Non-FV assault
174.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 23.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Up 294.5% 10yr Up 286.0%
Steal from vehicle
374.2 / 100k
2yr Up 85.0% 10yr Down 14.5%
View all offence subgroups for Yarra Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Steels Creek known for? +

Steels Creek is known for its place in the heart of the Yarra Valley wine region, with small vineyards tucked into the valley's rolling hills. The locality is prized for its scenic rural landscapes, cool-climate viticulture, and peaceful semi-rural character.

How far is Steels Creek from Melbourne CBD? +

Steels Creek is approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 45–55 minute drive in off-peak conditions, or up to 80 minutes during peak hour.

Does Steels Creek have public transport? +

Steels Creek has no regular public transport services. The nearest train station is Lilydale, about 22 kilometres away, and a car is essential for getting around the area.

What is the population of Steels Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Steels Creek has a population of approximately 276 residents, making it a very small and tightly-knit rural community spread over about 30 square kilometres.

Is Steels Creek a good place to live? +

Steels Creek suits people seeking a semi-rural lifestyle surrounded by Yarra Valley scenery and wine country character. It is best suited to those comfortable with car dependency and long-distance commuting, in exchange for wide open spaces and a genuine rural atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Steels Creek? +

The postcode for Steels Creek, Victoria, is 3775.

Is Steels Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Steels Creek is part of the Yarra 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.