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Tresco West

VIC 3584 • Victoria

153
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.14 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Tresco West

Tresco West is a small farming locality in the Rural City of Swan Hill, situated in north-west Victoria between Kerang and Swan Hill in an irrigated agricultural zone. With a population of 153 residents at the 2021 Census, the locality covers approximately 37 square kilometres of productive farmland. The wider Tresco district is part of a long-established irrigated fruit growing area that has shaped this corner of the Murray-Darling Basin for over a century.

The surrounding area is characterised by irrigated horticulture — fruit orchards and market gardens — supported by irrigation infrastructure drawing on the Murray-Darling river system. Residents access services and shopping in Swan Hill, around 30 kilometres to the north-west, or Kerang to the south. The locality offers a quiet rural lifestyle with a close-knit farming community and a strong connection to the land.

Tresco West falls under postcode 3584 and is governed by the Swan Hill Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3584
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.43°, 143.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.14 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3584

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3584 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,081
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,725

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3584; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Swan Hill Approx. 30-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
Via Swan Hill station (approx. 30 km away); Swan Hill to Melbourne takes approximately 3.5 hours by V/Line train
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hours

🛣️ Swan Hill is the nearest major service hub; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality with no local shops or services — a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
153
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
242.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
166.6 / 100k
2yr Up 35.9% 10yr Up 20.1%
Non-FV assault
433.2 / 100k
2yr Down 12.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Up 57.9% 10yr Up 40.2%
View all offence subgroups for Swan Hill →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tresco West known for? +

Tresco West is known for its irrigated horticulture and fruit orchards, part of the broader Tresco district that has supported agriculture in north-west Victoria for over a century. The area benefits from Murray-Darling Basin irrigation infrastructure.

How far is Tresco West from Swan Hill? +

Tresco West is approximately 30 kilometres from Swan Hill, the nearest major service town, making it about a 30 to 40 minute drive.

Does Tresco West have public transport? +

Tresco West has no local public transport. The nearest rail station is in Swan Hill, approximately 30 kilometres away, which connects to Melbourne via V/Line. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Tresco West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tresco West has a population of 153 residents. The community is small and primarily agricultural in character.

Is Tresco West a good place to live? +

Tresco West suits people who value a peaceful, rural lifestyle in a farming community. It lacks local amenities, but its proximity to Swan Hill provides access to schools, supermarkets, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Tresco West? +

The postcode for Tresco West is 3584.

Is Tresco West a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tresco West is part of the Swan Hill 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.