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Undera

VIC 3629 • Victoria

450
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
136.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHistoric
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About Undera

Undera is a small rural town in the Goulburn Valley region of northern Victoria, situated 211 kilometres north of Melbourne within the City of Greater Shepparton local government area. Located 26 kilometres north-west of Shepparton and 22 kilometres east of Kyabram, the town spans a large agricultural area of approximately 137 square kilometres. With a population of around 450 residents, Undera is a traditional farming community that developed following land selections in the 1870s and takes its name from an Aboriginal word believed to mean 'fat'.

The town features a main street with a hotel and general store, providing basic conveniences for local residents and passing travellers. Undera is surrounded by irrigated farmland typical of the Goulburn Valley, which is famous for its stone fruit orchards, dairy farms, and horticulture. Residents rely on nearby Shepparton or Kyabram for major shopping, healthcare, and secondary schooling, making Undera an ideal base for those who value a peaceful rural community lifestyle.

Undera falls under postcode 3629 and is governed by the Greater Shepparton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3629
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.29°, 145.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
136.57 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3629

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3629, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,259
Median 2023–24
$50,582
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,897

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3629; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
26 km
N/A (drive)
Kyabram (no rail)
22 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
211 km
By Train
Drive to Shepparton Station (~26 km), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~1 hr 50 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Goulburn Valley Highway links to Hume Freeway for Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Undera has only a pub and general store; virtually all daily needs require driving to Shepparton or Kyabram

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
450
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.8%
Motor vehicle theft
341.7 / 100k
2yr Up 92.0% 10yr Up 49.2%
Non-FV assault
473.5 / 100k
2yr Up 11.4% 10yr Up 34.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
696.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Shepparton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Undera known for? +

Undera is known as a quiet Goulburn Valley farming town with a historic main street featuring a hotel and general store. The surrounding area is part of Victoria's renowned irrigated agricultural belt, with stone fruit orchards and dairy farms.

How far is Undera from Melbourne? +

Undera is approximately 211 kilometres north of Melbourne, a drive of around 2 hours via the Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Undera have public transport? +

Undera has no regular public bus or rail service. The nearest train station is Shepparton, around 26 kilometres away, which connects to Melbourne via V/Line. A car is essential for living in Undera.

What is the population of Undera? +

Undera has a population of approximately 450 residents (2021 Census), a small decline from around 545 in 2011, reflecting broader trends of population shift from small rural towns in regional Victoria.

Is Undera a good place to live? +

Undera is well-suited to those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle in a tight-knit farming community. With Shepparton and Kyabram both within 30 minutes, it offers rural tranquillity without complete isolation from regional services.

What is the postcode for Undera? +

The postcode for Undera, VIC is 3629.

Is Undera a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Undera is part of the Greater Shepparton 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.