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Upper Lurg

VIC 3673 • Victoria

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricNorth East VictoriaPastoralScenic
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About Upper Lurg

Upper Lurg is a small rural locality in the Hume region of northeast Victoria, situated approximately 15 kilometres southwest of Benalla within the Benalla Rural City. Covering around 31 square kilometres, it sits in the foothills where the flat plains of the Broken River valley rise toward the Strathbogie Ranges. The locality has a long pastoral history and was part of the broader Lurg district known for its association with the Kelly Gang era.

Upper Lurg is a peaceful farming area of green rolling hills, scattered with granite boulders and shaded by established eucalypts. The district supports sheep and cattle grazing and some viticulture, benefiting from the reliable rainfall of the lower ranges. Residents travel to Benalla for shopping, schools, and services. The area offers beautiful rural scenery, proximity to the Strathbogie Ranges for bushwalking, and a strong sense of community among its small population of farming families.

Upper Lurg falls under postcode 3673 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3673
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.67°, 146.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.81 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3673

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3673 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,764
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,527

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3673; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Benalla Station
15 km
N/A (drive required)

Commute to Benalla

Distance
15 km
By Train
N/A (drive to Benalla Station)
By Bus
N/A (no bus service)
By Car (Peak)
15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12 min

🛣️ Private vehicle essential. Benalla has V/Line rail to Melbourne (2.5 hours). Wangaratta (40 km) is also nearby.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A rural locality with no shops or services. A car is required for all travel.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
107
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Down 23.0%
Motor vehicle theft
190 / 100k
2yr Up 150.9% 10yr Up 66.0%
Non-FV assault
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 27.5% 10yr Down 48.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 44.3% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence subgroups for Benalla →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Lurg known for? +

Upper Lurg is a quiet rural locality in the Lurg Valley of the Strathbogie Shire, known for its scenic farming landscape and proximity to Benalla's regional services in north-east Victoria.

How far is Upper Lurg from Benalla? +

Upper Lurg is approximately 20-25 kilometres from Benalla in the Strathbogie Shire. Melbourne is approximately 210 kilometres south via the Hume Freeway.

Does Upper Lurg have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Upper Lurg. Benalla station provides the nearest V/Line rail services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Upper Lurg? +

According to the 2021 Census, Upper Lurg has a population of approximately 107 residents, a small farming community in the Strathbogie Shire.

Is Upper Lurg a good place to live? +

Upper Lurg suits farming families seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Lurg Valley, within reach of Benalla's services and the Hume Freeway for travel to Melbourne.

What is the postcode for Upper Lurg? +

The postcode for Upper Lurg is 3673.

Is Upper Lurg a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Lurg is part of the Benalla 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.