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Tyntynder

VIC 3586 • Victoria

157
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Tyntynder

Tyntynder is a rural locality in north-west Victoria, situated approximately 10 kilometres north of Swan Hill within the Swan Hill Rural City Council area. Lying in the flat irrigation district along the Murray River floodplain, the locality covers around 32.6 square kilometres of agricultural land and recorded a population of 157 at the 2021 census. European settlement here dates to 1846 when the Tyntyndyer pastoral run was taken up, making it one of the earliest European settlements in the Swan Hill district.

Tyntynder's economy and identity have long been shaped by irrigated agriculture, with dairying, piggeries, horticulture, and historically rice and citrus production forming the backbone of the local industry. The heritage-listed Tyntyndyer Homestead, located about 16 kilometres north of Swan Hill, is a significant colonial landmark open for inspection and a reminder of the locality's pioneering pastoral past. Residents depend on Swan Hill — just 10 kilometres to the south — for all major services including schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and transport connections, including rail services to Melbourne.

Tyntynder 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
32.57 km²
Population Density
5 /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
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services connecting to Swan Hill — Swan Hill ~15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Drive to Swan Hill Station (~10 min) then ~3.5 hr train to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hr

🛣️ Via the Calder Highway; Swan Hill is the regional hub with full services and a train station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; all shops, schools, and services are in Swan Hill approximately 10 km south

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
157
▲ 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. 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 known for? +

Tyntynder is known for its long history as an irrigation farming locality and for the heritage-listed Tyntyndyer Homestead, one of the earliest pastoral establishments in the Swan Hill district. The area has been shaped by dairying, horticulture, and irrigation agriculture since European settlement began in 1846.

How far is Tyntynder from Melbourne? +

Tyntynder is approximately 340 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, making it roughly a 3.5-hour drive via the Calder Highway. Swan Hill, the nearest regional centre, is about 10 kilometres to the south.

Does Tyntynder have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Tyntynder directly. The nearest train station is Swan Hill, approximately 10 kilometres away, with V/Line services connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in around 3.5 hours.

What is the population of Tyntynder? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tyntynder has a population of 157 residents, reflecting the small-scale farming community that remains in the Swan Hill irrigation district.

Is Tyntynder a good place to live? +

Tyntynder suits those drawn to an agricultural lifestyle in the flat, sunny Murray River country of north-west Victoria. While the locality itself has few services, Swan Hill is just 10 kilometres away and provides a full range of amenities including schools, a hospital, and train connections to Melbourne.

What is the postcode for Tyntynder? +

The postcode for Tyntynder is 3586, in the Swan Hill Rural City Council area of north-west Victoria.

Is Tyntynder a safe area? +

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