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Taminick

VIC 3675 • Victoria

139
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
89.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalWine CountryQuiet
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About Taminick

Taminick is a rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated in the King Valley and Ovens Valley wine country near Wangaratta, approximately 240 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. The locality covers a large area of 89.7 square kilometres and had a population of 139 at the 2021 Census, spread across a landscape of vineyards, orchards, and grazing land. The Taminick Gap and surrounding hillsides are known in the region for small-scale winemaking and farming, with a median household income around the national average. The area falls within the Nicholls federal electorate and the Ovens Valley state electorate.

The character of Taminick is shaped by its agricultural heritage and wine-producing surroundings — the nearby King Valley and Milawa–Oxley wine regions attract visitors to cellar doors and produce markets throughout the year. Wangaratta, the nearest major town roughly 20 kilometres away, provides access to hospitals, schools, shopping, and the Wangaratta railway station on the Melbourne–Albury line. Residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle with the Ovens River valley and alpine foothills forming a scenic backdrop. The locality appeals strongly to those connected to farming and viticulture who value open country and a close-knit community.

Taminick falls under postcode 3675 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 Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3675
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.57°, 146.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
89.73 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3675

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3675, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,331
Median 2023–24
$47,773
▲ 18.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,275

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3675; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
20 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Wangaratta ~25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta (~20 km), then train to Southern Cross (~2h 30min)
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min – 3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 20min – 2h 45min

🛣️ Hume Freeway (M31) is the main route to Melbourne via Wangaratta

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No commercial services within the locality; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
139
▲ 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 Taminick. 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 Taminick known for? +

Taminick is known for its wine country setting in north-east Victoria, with the Taminick Gap area part of the broader King Valley and Ovens Valley winemaking region. The locality is surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and grazing land.

How far is Taminick from Wangaratta? +

Taminick is approximately 20 kilometres from Wangaratta, the nearest regional centre, roughly a 20 to 25 minute drive.

Does Taminick have public transport? +

Taminick has no direct public transport services. The nearest train station is at Wangaratta, approximately 20 kilometres away on the North East Line to Melbourne. A private car is necessary for getting around.

What is the population of Taminick? +

According to the 2021 Census, Taminick has a population of 139 residents spread across a large 89.7 square kilometre rural area, reflecting its low-density farming and viticulture character.

Is Taminick a good place to live? +

Taminick offers a quiet rural lifestyle in a scenic wine-producing area of north-east Victoria, ideal for those connected to agriculture or viticulture. Wangaratta nearby provides all the services of a regional hub while Taminick retains an open-country charm.

What is the postcode for Taminick? +

The postcode for Taminick, VIC is 3675.

Is Taminick a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Taminick 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.