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Stewarton

VIC 3725 • Victoria

118
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
83.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet
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About Stewarton

Stewarton is a rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated within the Rural City of Benalla approximately 200 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. The locality is expansive, covering around 84 square kilometres of open agricultural land in the Benalla hinterland, surrounded by neighbouring communities such as Baddaginnie, Boxwood, and Boho. With a small population of approximately 118, Stewarton is a sparsely settled farming community typical of the high plains fringe of north-eastern Victoria.

The broader Benalla region is characterised by grazing and cropping farmland, with the Broken River and surrounding landscapes offering scenic rural vistas. Residents are within easy reach of Benalla, a well-serviced regional town with a hospital, secondary schools, shops, and cultural attractions including the Benalla Art Gallery and Botanical Gardens. The area suits those who value space, quiet, and a genuine connection to the agricultural heartland of north-eastern Victoria, with V/Line train services to Melbourne available from Benalla.

Stewarton falls under postcode 3725 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3725
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.41°, 145.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
83.93 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3725

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3725 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,596
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,729

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3725; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Benalla
20 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Benalla Approx. 20–30 min to Benalla

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
Drive to Benalla station (~20 km); V/Line to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 – 2.5 hr

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) provides the main road corridor via Benalla; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services exist in the locality; all daily needs require a drive to Benalla or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
118
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Down 23.0%
Motor vehicle theft
190 / 100k
2yr Up 150.9% 10yr Up 66.0%
Non-FV assault
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 27.5% 10yr Down 48.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 44.3% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence subgroups for Benalla →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stewarton known for? +

Stewarton is a quiet farming locality in north-eastern Victoria, known for its open agricultural landscapes and its position within the broader Benalla rural area. The locality reflects the grazing and cropping character of the region.

How far is Stewarton from Melbourne? +

Stewarton is approximately 200 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, typically a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Hume Freeway (M31).

Does Stewarton have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Stewarton. The nearest V/Line station is Benalla (approximately 20 km away), which offers train services to Melbourne Southern Cross on the Albury–Wodonga line.

What is the population of Stewarton? +

Stewarton has a population of approximately 118 residents according to the 2021 Census, consistent with its character as a large but sparsely settled rural locality covering 84 square kilometres.

Is Stewarton a good place to live? +

Stewarton suits those who genuinely value rural space and a quiet lifestyle in north-eastern Victoria. With the services of Benalla nearby and Hume Freeway access to Melbourne, it offers a workable base for those willing to embrace a car-dependent farming community lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Stewarton? +

The postcode for Stewarton is 3725.

Is Stewarton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stewarton is part of the Benalla 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.