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Toolleen

VIC 3551 • Victoria

221
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
157.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter BeltAffordable
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About Toolleen

Toolleen is a small rural village in northern Victoria, situated on the Northern Highway at the junction of Mount Pleasant Creek, approximately 35 kilometres east of Bendigo and 142 kilometres north of Melbourne. The locality straddles the local government areas of the Shire of Campaspe and the City of Greater Bendigo, reflecting its position at the rural boundary between these two regions. With a population of 221 residents spread across nearly 158 square kilometres, Toolleen is a sparsely settled agricultural district with a median household income typical of regional Victoria.

Toolleen is a quiet, self-contained village with a traditional country feel, centred on the Northern Highway which provides its main link to the regional city of Bendigo and to towns like Elmore to the north. The surrounding countryside is characterised by cropping and grazing farmland typical of the Campaspe and Bendigo hinterland. Residents typically travel to Bendigo for major shopping, schooling, and services, while the village atmosphere and affordable rural land attract those looking for a quieter pace of life away from larger regional centres.

Toolleen falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.78°, 144.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
157.98 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3551

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3551, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,802
Median 2023–24
$60,155
▲ 20.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,144

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3551; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited coach services — Bendigo / Echuca 30–45 min to Bendigo

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
142 km
By Train
No direct train service — nearest V/Line train is from Bendigo (~35 km away)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min–2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min–1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Northern Highway connects to Bendigo; V/Line trains from Bendigo to Melbourne Southern Cross take ~2 hrs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural village with very limited local services — a car is necessary for almost all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
221
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Toolleen known for? +

Toolleen is a small rural village on Victoria's Northern Highway, known for its agricultural character and position amid the broad cropping and grazing farmlands of the Campaspe region. The name is thought to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning 'tongue', a reference to a geographic feature of the local landscape.

How far is Toolleen from Melbourne? +

Toolleen is approximately 142 kilometres north of Melbourne, typically a 1.5–2 hour drive via the Northern Highway and the Calder Freeway. The nearest regional city, Bendigo, is around 35 kilometres to the west.

Does Toolleen have public transport? +

Public transport options in Toolleen are very limited. There is no rail service to the village; the nearest V/Line station is in Bendigo, approximately 35 kilometres away. Residents primarily rely on private vehicles.

What is the population of Toolleen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Toolleen has a population of 221 residents across a large area of approximately 158 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled agricultural district.

Is Toolleen a good place to live? +

Toolleen suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle in central Victoria, with the regional city of Bendigo within a 30–40 minute drive for shopping, schools, and services. It offers space, quiet, and a genuine country character.

What is the postcode for Toolleen? +

The postcode for Toolleen, Victoria is 3551.

Is Toolleen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Toolleen is part of the Campaspe 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.