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Stony Creek (Central Goldfields - Vic.)

VIC 3371 • Victoria

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.20 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Stony Creek (Central Goldfields - Vic.)

Stony Creek is a small rural locality in the Central Goldfields region of Victoria, situated within the Central Goldfields Shire near Maryborough. This sparsely populated locality reflects the broader character of the goldfields interior — open farmland, remnant bushland, and a quiet pastoral lifestyle. With virtually no permanent population recorded at the 2021 census, it functions as an agricultural district rather than a residential suburb.

The Central Goldfields region surrounding Stony Creek is historically significant for its 19th-century gold mining heritage, with the nearby town of Maryborough offering regional services including schools, a hospital, and retail. The landscape is characterised by dry sclerophyll woodland and grazing properties. For those interested in rural living or farm ownership in central Victoria, the area offers affordable land within a few hours of Melbourne.

Stony Creek (Central Goldfields - Vic.) falls under postcode 3371 and is governed by the Central Goldfields 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
3371
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Goldfields
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.20°, 143.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.20 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3371

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3371 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,473
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,787

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3371; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough Station
15 km
Maryborough Line (Melbourne–Maryborough, limited services)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
~2h 30min (from Maryborough Station, limited V/Line services)
By Car (Peak)
~2h
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1h 50min

🛣️ Very limited public transport. Maryborough has infrequent V/Line services. Most residents are car-dependent.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A sparse rural locality with no services or public transport within walking distance. Private vehicle is the only practical transport option.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
0
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Central Goldfields Local Government Area, which contains Stony Creek (Central Goldfields - Vic.). Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
290.1 / 100k
2yr Up 45.8% 10yr Down 28.4%
Motor vehicle theft
152.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.2%
Non-FV assault
500.4 / 100k
2yr Up 74.2% 10yr Up 63.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
304.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.3%
View all offence subgroups for Central Goldfields →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stony Creek (Central Goldfields) known for? +

Stony Creek is a rural locality in the Central Goldfields Shire of central Victoria, set in the historic gold rush landscape near Maryborough. The area has a quiet agricultural and historical character.

How far is Stony Creek from Maryborough? +

Stony Creek is in the Central Goldfields Shire near Maryborough, approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Melbourne via the Calder Highway.

Does Stony Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Stony Creek. Maryborough station provides the nearest V/Line rail services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Stony Creek? +

The 2021 Census records a very small or zero population for the Stony Creek (Central Goldfields) statistical area, indicating it is effectively uninhabited or has only a handful of dwellings.

Is Stony Creek a good place to live? +

Stony Creek is suited to farming operations in the Central Goldfields area, within reach of Maryborough's services and the Calder Highway.

What is the postcode for Stony Creek? +

The postcode for Stony Creek (Central Goldfields) is 3371.

Is Stony Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stony Creek is part of the Central Goldfields 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.