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Tungamah

VIC 3728 • Victoria

449
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
190.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHistoric
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About Tungamah

Tungamah is a small country town in the Goulburn Valley region of northern Victoria, located within the Shire of Moira local government area approximately 259 kilometres north of Melbourne. Situated on the banks of Boosey Creek, the town lies 58 kilometres east of Shepparton and 27 kilometres south of Yarrawonga, spanning a broad rural area of around 190 square kilometres. Tungamah had a population of 449 at the 2021 Census and takes its name from an Aboriginal word, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the region.

Tungamah has the character of a traditional north-east Victorian rural town, with local services catering to the surrounding farming community. The nearby Murray River town of Yarrawonga offers a broader range of shops, healthcare, and recreational facilities, including the popular Yarrawonga-Mulwala lake precinct. Tungamah appeals to those drawn to quiet rural living in a historic Australian country town setting, with easy access to the Murray River corridor's outdoor lifestyle attractions.

Tungamah falls under postcode 3728 and is governed by the Moira Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3728
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.15°, 145.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
190.15 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Tungamah for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$328K
4 sales · ▲ 92.6% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3728

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3728 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$48,509
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,705

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3728; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
259 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Wangaratta (~60 km) for V/Line trains (~2 hr 30 min to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 40 min – 3 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 2 hr 50 min

🛣️ Tungamah–Yarrawonga Road and Murray Valley Highway connect to major routes; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tungamah is a small rural town with very limited local services; residents drive to Yarrawonga or Shepparton for most needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
449
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tungamah known for? +

Tungamah is a quiet rural town in north-east Victoria situated on the banks of Boosey Creek, known for its agricultural heritage and proximity to the Yarrawonga-Mulwala lake precinct on the Murray River.

How far is Tungamah from Melbourne? +

Tungamah is approximately 259 kilometres north of Melbourne, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Hume Freeway and regional roads through the Shire of Moira.

Does Tungamah have public transport? +

Tungamah has no rail or regular bus service. The nearest V/Line train station is in Wangaratta, approximately 60 kilometres away. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Tungamah? +

Tungamah had a population of 449 at the 2021 Australian Census, making it a small rural township serving the surrounding farming district within the Shire of Moira.

Is Tungamah a good place to live? +

Tungamah suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in northern Victoria. The nearby Murray River town of Yarrawonga provides access to a lake-based lifestyle, shops, and recreational facilities within a short drive.

What is the postcode for Tungamah? +

The postcode for Tungamah, VIC is 3728.

What is the median house price in Tungamah? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $327,500, up 92.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

Is Tungamah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tungamah is part of the Moira 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.