What is Tintaldra known for?

Tintaldra is a tiny historic riverside village on the Upper Murray River, near the NSW border in Victoria's Towong Shire. The area is known for its beautiful Murray River setting and proximity to the Snowy Mountains high country.

How far is Tintaldra from Melbourne?

Tintaldra is approximately 420-440 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, around a 5 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Murray Valley Highway through Wodonga and Corryong.

Does Tintaldra have public transport?

There is no public transport in Tintaldra. A car is essential; the nearest major services are at Corryong. Albury-Wodonga provides the nearest V/Line rail.

What is the population of Tintaldra?

According to the 2021 Census, Tintaldra has a population of just 66 residents, a very small and remote community in north-east Victoria.

Is Tintaldra a good place to live?

Tintaldra suits those seeking an extremely remote, peaceful lifestyle on the Upper Murray River near the NSW border, surrounded by alpine country and the upper Snowy Mountains region.

What is the postcode for Tintaldra?

The postcode for Tintaldra is 3708.

Tintaldra

VIC 3708 • Victoria

Population (2021)

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Median Personal Income

75.44 km²

Area

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About Tintaldra

Tintaldra is a tiny riverside village situated on the Upper Murray River in north-eastern Victoria, approximately 100 kilometres east of Wodonga within the Towong Shire. Covering around 75 square kilometres of beautiful river country and forested hills, the locality recorded only 66 residents in the 2021 census, making it one of Victoria's most sparsely populated places. The village sits on the NSW border, with the Murray River forming a natural boundary between the two states.

Tintaldra is a popular spot for fishing, camping, and water-based recreation on the Upper Murray, attracting visitors to its iconic river flats and forest surrounds that form part of the broader Alpine region. The historic Tintaldra Hotel and the Corryong township (around 35 km south) provide the nearest services. Residents enjoy an exceptionally peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by the Snowy Mountains foothills, and the area is popular with retirees, hobby farmers, and those seeking a genuine off-the-beaten-track escape.

Tintaldra falls under postcode 3708 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Benambra (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3708

Urban Area

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LGA / Council

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Federal Electorate

Indi

State Electorate

Benambra (Northern Victoria)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-36.07°, 147.94°

Statistical Area

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Area

75.44 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

V/Line coach connections via Corryong — Albury-Wodonga Approx 2.5–3 hrs total journey

Commute to Wodonga

Distance

100 km

By Bus

Approx 2.5 hrs via Corryong V/Line coach

By Car (Peak)

Approx 1 hr 20 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

Approx 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Corryong (~35 km south) is the nearest town with basic services. Albury-Wodonga is the nearest regional centre, reachable by car via Corryong.

Walkability Car Dependent

A very remote riverside village with no public transport and no walkable amenities. Private car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

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Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

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Personal Income 2021

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Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021