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Three Bridges

VIC 3797 • Victoria

188
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietSemi-Rural
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About Three Bridges

Three Bridges is a small rural locality situated on the Yarra Junction–Noojee Road in the Shire of Yarra Ranges, approximately 80 kilometres east of Melbourne in Victoria's outer east. With a population of 188 and around 64 dwellings spread across 35 square kilometres, it is a lightly settled community surrounded by the forested landscapes of the Upper Yarra Valley. The area attracts residents who value a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the broader Yarra Ranges region.

The locality is close to the township of Yarra Junction and Powelltown, offering access to basic amenities while retaining its bush character. The surrounding Yarra Ranges are known for their towering mountain ash forests, fern gullies, and recreational opportunities including hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. Residents typically rely on private vehicles for most needs, with Melbourne's eastern suburbs reachable via the Maroondah Highway within about an hour.

Three Bridges falls under postcode 3797 and is governed by the Yarra Ranges Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Casey, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3797
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yarra Ranges
Federal Electorate
Casey
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.87°, 145.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.82 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3797

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3797, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,222
Median 2023–24
$52,445
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,905

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3797; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yarra Junction (no passenger service)
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited services — Yarra Junction / Healesville 20-30 min to Yarra Junction

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
80-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-75 min

🛣️ Access via Maroondah Highway and Yarra Junction Road; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no walkable amenities; all daily needs require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
188
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
167.8 / 100k
2yr Up 31.2% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
125.6 / 100k
2yr Up 134.4% 10yr Down 27.5%
Non-FV assault
174.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 23.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr Up 294.5% 10yr Up 286.0%
Steal from vehicle
374.2 / 100k
2yr Up 85.0% 10yr Down 14.5%
View all offence subgroups for Yarra Ranges →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Three Bridges known for? +

Three Bridges is known for its quiet, forested setting in the Yarra Ranges, attracting residents and visitors who appreciate the Upper Yarra Valley's bushland, fern gullies, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

How far is Three Bridges from Melbourne? +

Three Bridges is approximately 80 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 60–100 minute drive depending on traffic, via the Maroondah Highway through Lilydale and Yarra Junction.

Does Three Bridges have public transport? +

Public transport options are very limited in Three Bridges. There is no regular passenger rail service nearby, and residents rely primarily on private vehicles for all travel needs.

What is the population of Three Bridges? +

According to the 2021 Census, Three Bridges has a population of 188 residents across approximately 64 dwellings, making it a very small and lightly settled rural locality.

Is Three Bridges a good place to live? +

Three Bridges suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in the beautiful Yarra Ranges, close to nature but a significant commute from Melbourne. It is best suited to those working locally or who can work remotely.

What is the postcode for Three Bridges? +

The postcode for Three Bridges is 3797, which it shares with nearby localities in the Yarra Ranges area of Victoria.

Is Three Bridges a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Three Bridges is part of the Yarra Ranges 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.