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Tatong

VIC 3673 • Victoria

281
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
193.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural TownCountry LifestyleLow DensityCommunity-FocusedNorth East Victoria
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About Tatong

Tatong is a small rural township in north-east Victoria, south of Benalla on the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. The 2021 Census population in the dataset is 281, indicating a small, dispersed community. The locality has historic ties to timber and farming and sits amid mixed agricultural and bushland landscapes. Its character is distinctly country-town, with low-density housing and strong local community networks.

Residents rely on nearby Benalla and Wangaratta for major shopping, health and employment services, while local facilities support everyday community life. Outdoor recreation, farming and local clubs are central to the area's lifestyle identity. Public transport options are limited, and most households depend on private vehicles for commuting and errands. Tatong suits people seeking a quiet rural setting with access to larger regional centres by road.

Tatong falls under postcode 3673 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3673
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.67°, 146.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
193.90 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3673

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3673 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,764
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,527

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3673; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Benalla Station
27 km
Not walkable
Wangaratta Station
55 km
Not walkable
Seymour Station
116 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Regional bus links — Benalla 35-55 min
  • District connectors — Mansfield / Wangaratta corridors 60-110 min
  • School/community services — Nearby rural localities 20-60 min

Commute to Benalla CBD

Distance
27 km
By Train
Not typically used from Tatong directly
By Bus
35-55 min
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-35 min

🛣️ Private vehicle travel is the primary mode; rail is accessed via Benalla for longer regional trips.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small local core is walkable, but most services and work destinations require driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
281
▲ 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 Tatong. 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 Tatong known for? +

Tatong is a quiet rural township in the Strathbogie Ranges of north-east Victoria, near Benalla. The area is known for its scenic hill country with grazing and farming, and is close to the Strathbogie State Forest.

How far is Tatong from Benalla? +

Tatong is approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Benalla, and about 200 kilometres north-east of Melbourne via the Hume Freeway.

Does Tatong have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Tatong. Benalla station on the Sydney main line (V/Line Albury service) is the nearest rail access. A car is essential.

What is the population of Tatong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tatong has a population of approximately 281 residents, a small farming community in the Strathbogie Shire.

Is Tatong a good place to live? +

Tatong suits farming families and those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Strathbogie Ranges, with Benalla's services and the Hume Freeway corridor accessible within a short drive.

What is the postcode for Tatong? +

The postcode for Tatong is 3673.

Is Tatong a safe area? +

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