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Stockyard Hill

VIC 3373 • Victoria

49
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
114.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingScenicOff-the-grid
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About Stockyard Hill

Stockyard Hill is a small rural locality in the Pyrenees Shire of central Victoria, situated approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Ballarat at an elevation that lends it sweeping pastoral views. With a population of just 49 residents (2021 Census), it is one of Victoria's most sparsely populated localities, spread across nearly 115 square kilometres of open farmland and grazing country. The area is predominantly agricultural, with families and landholders occupying large rural properties. The locality sits within the federal electorate of Wannon and state electorate of Ripon (Western Victoria).

Life in Stockyard Hill revolves around farming, the outdoors, and close-knit rural community bonds. The locality is well-known for its wind farm, one of the largest in Australia and a prominent landmark on the western Victorian plains. Residents typically travel to nearby Ballarat or Ararat for major shopping, health services, and education. The surrounding Pyrenees wine region offers cellar doors and scenic drives within easy reach, making it an appealing destination for those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle.

Stockyard Hill falls under postcode 3373 and is governed by the Pyrenees Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3373
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Pyrenees
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.46°, 143.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
114.79 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3373

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3373, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,928
Median 2023–24
$45,684
▲ 14.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,735

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3373; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Ballarat / Ararat 30-45 min by car; no regular bus service

Commute to Ballarat CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
N/A — no nearby station
By Bus
No regular bus service
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 15 min to Melbourne CBD (via Western Freeway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr to Melbourne CBD

🛣️ Nearest train station is Beaufort (~25 km). Car is the primary mode of transport.

Walkability Car Dependent

No footpaths or local services within walking distance. A car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
49
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
386.1 / 100k
2yr Up 58.2% 10yr Down 37.2%
Motor vehicle theft
286.5 / 100k
2yr Up 71.5% 10yr Up 74.6%
Non-FV assault
236.6 / 100k
2yr Up 22.8% 10yr Up 15.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
510.6 / 100k
2yr Up 89.3% 10yr Up 33.4%
View all offence subgroups for Pyrenees →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stockyard Hill known for? +

Stockyard Hill is known for the Stockyard Hill Wind Farm, one of Victoria's larger renewable energy facilities, and for its position in the scenic Pyrenees ranges wine country of central Victoria. The area has gold rush heritage.

How far is Stockyard Hill from Melbourne? +

Stockyard Hill is approximately 175-185 kilometres north-west of Melbourne in the Pyrenees Shire, around a 2 hour 10 minute drive via the Western Highway and Beaufort.

Does Stockyard Hill have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Stockyard Hill. Beaufort station provides the nearest V/Line services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Stockyard Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stockyard Hill has a population of just 49 residents, a very small farming community in the Pyrenees Shire.

Is Stockyard Hill a good place to live? +

Stockyard Hill suits farming families and those with a connection to the Pyrenees wine country region, within reach of Beaufort's services and the V/Line rail corridor.

What is the postcode for Stockyard Hill? +

The postcode for Stockyard Hill is 3373.

Is Stockyard Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stockyard Hill is part of the Pyrenees 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.