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Tallandoon

VIC 3701 • Victoria

92
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
84.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHinterlandRiversidePeaceful
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About Tallandoon

Tallandoon is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria's Towong Shire, set in the scenic Mitta Valley along the Omeo Highway approximately 30 kilometres south of Tallangatta. The locality covers around 84 square kilometres of high country terrain, and the 2021 Census recorded a population of 92 residents. The area lies within the Alpine foothills close to the Mitta Mitta River, and the surrounding landscape is dominated by grazing properties and the rugged bushland that characterises Towong Shire.

Tallandoon is a gateway to outdoor recreation, particularly fishing and riverside camping on the Mitta Mitta River, which draws anglers and nature lovers seeking trout, cod, and yellowbelly in the clear high country waters. The locality holds a notable gold-mining history from the 1850s, with ancient river channels and bench gravels once yielding significant gold nuggets. Residents and visitors travel to Tallangatta for most everyday services, while the larger centres of Wodonga and Albury are accessible for broader retail, health, and education needs.

Tallandoon falls under postcode 3701 and is governed by the Towong Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3701
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Towong
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.40°, 147.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
84.17 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3701

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3701 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,384
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,483

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3701; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
No direct service; V/Line from Wodonga (~80 km north) to Southern Cross Station
By Car (Peak)
4 hrs 30 min - 5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hrs - 4 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Car essential; Omeo Highway and Kiewa Valley Highway provide access to Tallangatta and Wodonga

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tallandoon is a remote rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
92
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
128 / 100k
2yr Down 11.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
128 / 100k
2yr Up 59.8% 10yr Up 673.6%
Non-FV assault
144 / 100k
2yr Down 43.8% 10yr Up 117.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
191.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 16.0%
View all offence subgroups for Towong →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tallandoon known for? +

Tallandoon is known for its riverside camping and fishing on the Mitta Mitta River, which attracts anglers targeting trout, cod, and yellowbelly. The area also has a rich gold-mining history dating to the 1850s, with significant gold finds recorded in the local river gravels.

How far is Tallandoon from Melbourne? +

Tallandoon is approximately 370 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, making it roughly a 4.5-hour drive via the Hume Highway and Kiewa Valley Highway or the Omeo Highway.

Does Tallandoon have public transport? +

Tallandoon has no regular public bus or rail service. The nearest V/Line train station is at Wodonga, approximately 80 kilometres to the north, so a private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Tallandoon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tallandoon has a population of 92 residents, making it a very small and sparsely populated rural locality in Victoria's Towong Shire.

Is Tallandoon a good place to live? +

Tallandoon appeals to those seeking a remote, nature-focused lifestyle in Victoria's High Country, with access to excellent fishing, bushwalking, and river recreation. Services are limited, however, and residents need to travel to Tallangatta or Wodonga for most everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Tallandoon? +

The postcode for Tallandoon, Victoria is 3701, which it shares with the nearby locality of Mitta Mitta.

Is Tallandoon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tallandoon is part of the Towong 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.