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Waanyarra

VIC 3551 • Victoria

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
62.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Waanyarra

Waanyarra is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Bendigo in the state electorate of Ripon. Covering around 62 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land, the area is home to just 57 residents according to the 2021 Census. The landscape is characterised by undulating farming country with grazing properties and a quiet, pastoral character typical of this part of the Loddon Plains.

Life in Waanyarra revolves around farming and the land, with residents enjoying a peaceful and self-sufficient rural lifestyle. The nearest significant centre is Bendigo, which provides access to major shopping, health services, and employment. The community has a close-knit character, and the area appeals to those seeking space, solitude, and a genuine country existence far from urban pressures.

Waanyarra falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by the Loddon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Loddon
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.78°, 144.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
62.05 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3551

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3551, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,802
Median 2023–24
$60,155
▲ 20.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,144

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3551; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough Station
28 km
N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
Approx. 2.5 hrs via Maryborough or Bendigo
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Most residents commute to Bendigo (approx. 30 min by car)

Walkability Car-Dependent

No footpaths or local services — a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
321.7 / 100k
2yr Up 55.8% 10yr Down 28.5%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Up 57.8% 10yr Up 269.5%
Non-FV assault
308.8 / 100k
2yr Up 117.5% 10yr Up 22.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
386 / 100k
2yr Up 99.4% 10yr Up 32.6%
View all offence subgroups for Loddon →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Waanyarra located? +

Waanyarra is a small rural locality in central Victoria, approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Bendigo.

What is the population of Waanyarra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Waanyarra has a population of 57 people.

Is there public transport in Waanyarra? +

There is no local public transport in Waanyarra. The nearest train station is at Maryborough, roughly 28 km away, and a car is essential for getting around.

Is Waanyarra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Waanyarra is part of the Loddon 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.