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Tyntynder South

VIC 3586 • Victoria

250
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.14 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalMurray RiverIrrigation District
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About Tyntynder South

Tyntynder South is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Swan Hill, north-western Victoria, situated approximately 10 kilometres north of Swan Hill in the Murray River irrigation district. The locality covers around 17 square kilometres of low-lying agricultural land that has been farmed since the Tyntyndyer pastoral run was established in 1846 by Andrew and Peter Beveridge. With a small population, Tyntynder South is a quiet farming district under the Swan Hill Rural City Council area, taking its name from an Aboriginal word associated with the original pastoral run.

The surrounding landscape is shaped by the Murray River irrigation network, supporting horticulture, mixed farming, and pastoral enterprises typical of the Swan Hill district. There are no commercial services in Tyntynder South itself; the regional town of Swan Hill, a short drive to the south, offers supermarkets, schools, health services, and a vibrant riverfront precinct along the Murray. The locality appeals to those with ties to agriculture or anyone seeking a quiet rural setting near one of Victoria's most iconic inland waterways.

Tyntynder South falls under postcode 3586 and is governed by the Swan Hill Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3586
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.11°, 143.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.14 km²
Population Density
15 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3586

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3586 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,788
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,610

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3586; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Swan Hill Station
10 km
N/A (too far to walk)

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Swan Hill–Melbourne train (~3.5 hr) from Swan Hill Station (~10 km away)
By Car (Peak)
approx 3.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Calder Highway main route to Melbourne via Bendigo; car needed to reach Swan Hill station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; all daily errands require driving to Swan Hill or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
250
▲ 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 Tyntynder South. 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 Tyntynder South known for? +

Tyntynder South is known as a historic Murray River irrigation district farming locality. The area was part of the Tyntyndyer pastoral run established in 1846, one of the early pastoral stations in north-western Victoria, and the name is thought to derive from an Aboriginal word.

How far is Tyntynder South from Swan Hill? +

Tyntynder South is approximately 10 kilometres north of Swan Hill, typically around a 10-15 minute drive into the regional town.

Does Tyntynder South have public transport? +

Tyntynder South has no local bus or rail services. Swan Hill, about 10 km away, has a train station on the Swan Hill Line with services to Melbourne, but reaching it requires a private vehicle.

What is the population of Tyntynder South? +

Tyntynder South has a small population consistent with its character as a rural farming locality. The 2021 Census recorded approximately 250 residents across the broader Tyntynder district.

Is Tyntynder South a good place to live? +

Tyntynder South is well suited to those involved in agriculture or seeking a peaceful Murray River district lifestyle. Swan Hill's services — including shops, schools, and a hospital — are within easy reach, and the surrounding irrigation landscapes offer a distinctive north-western Victorian rural character.

What is the postcode for Tyntynder South? +

The postcode for Tyntynder South, Victoria is 3586, shared with nearby localities in the Swan Hill district.

Is Tyntynder South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tyntynder South 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.