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Vinifera

VIC 3591 • Victoria

163
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteMurray River
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About Vinifera

Vinifera is a small rural locality on the Murray Valley Highway in the Swan Hill district of north-western Victoria, situated approximately 22 kilometres south-east of Swan Hill. Covering nearly 19 square kilometres, the locality has a population of around 163 residents and takes its name from Vitis vinifera, the common grape vine, reflecting the region's long history of viticulture and irrigated horticulture. The area sits within the flat, sun-drenched landscape of the Murray-Darling Basin, where irrigation from the Murray River system has enabled productive farming for well over a century.

Agriculture remains the dominant character of Vinifera, with orchards, vineyards, and mixed irrigation farming defining the landscape along the Murray Valley Highway. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle typical of the Swan Hill district, with the regional centre of Swan Hill providing access to shopping, schools, health services, and the nearest train station. Vinifera suits those with ties to the land, farming families, and those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most productive agricultural corridors.

Vinifera falls under postcode 3591 and is governed by the Swan Hill Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3591
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.20°, 143.39°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.91 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Swan Hill Station
22 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required to Swan Hill Approx. 20–25 min drive to Swan Hill

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Drive to Swan Hill Station (~22 km), then V/Line to Melbourne (~4 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hrs via Murray Valley Highway and Calder Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hrs via Murray Valley Highway and Calder Freeway

🛣️ Accessible via Murray Valley Highway; Swan Hill is the primary regional service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Deeply rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Swan Hill the nearest major centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
163
▲ 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 Vinifera. 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 Vinifera known for? +

Vinifera is known for its irrigated agricultural land, orchards, and vineyards along the Murray Valley Highway in Victoria's Swan Hill district. Its name derives from Vitis vinifera, the common grape vine, reflecting the area's grape growing and horticultural heritage dating back to early irrigation settlement.

How far is Vinifera from Melbourne? +

Vinifera is approximately 340 kilometres north of Melbourne, a drive of around 3–4 hours via the Calder Freeway and Murray Valley Highway. The nearest regional centre, Swan Hill, is approximately 22 kilometres away.

Does Vinifera have public transport? +

Vinifera has no local bus or rail service. Swan Hill Station, approximately 22 kilometres away, provides V/Line train services to Melbourne (approximately 4 hours). A private vehicle is essential for daily life in Vinifera.

What is the population of Vinifera? +

Vinifera has a small population of approximately 163 residents, consistent with its character as a working agricultural locality rather than a residential suburb, with most amenities accessed in Swan Hill.

Is Vinifera a good place to live? +

Vinifera suits those with a connection to agricultural land or those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle in Victoria's productive Murray River region. It is best suited to farming families and those comfortable with the remoteness and long distances to services typical of the Swan Hill district.

What is the postcode for Vinifera? +

The postcode for Vinifera, VIC is 3591.

Is Vinifera a safe area? +

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