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Waranga Shores

VIC 3612 • Victoria

314
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
117.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLakesideQuietPeaceful
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About Waranga Shores

Waranga Shores is a sparsely settled rural locality in central Victoria, situated within the Campaspe Shire approximately 144 kilometres north of Melbourne and around 24 kilometres from Kyabram. With a population of 314 spread across an extensive 117 square kilometres, the locality takes its name from the Waranga Basin — a major water storage reservoir that forms the centrepiece of the surrounding landscape. The below-average median income reflects the modest rural demographic of this agricultural and lake-adjacent community.

The Waranga Basin is the defining feature of the locality, attracting recreational visitors for fishing, camping, boating, water skiing, and birdwatching along its shores. Scattered farming properties and bush camping sites frame the lake's edge, making Waranga Shores a popular destination for weekenders and nature lovers from across the region. Day-to-day services are accessed in the nearby towns of Kyabram and Rushworth, while the locality itself retains a quiet, unhurried atmosphere suited to those who value open space and lakeside living.

Waranga Shores falls under postcode 3612 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3612
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.55°, 145.09°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
117.47 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3612

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3612, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,874
Median 2023–24
$48,569
▲ 28.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,625

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3612; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
144 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest V/Line stop is Shepparton (approx. 45 km away)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
90-100 min

🛣️ Car essential; Goulburn Valley Highway via Shepparton is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Waranga Shores is a remote rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a car trip to Kyabram or Rushworth

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
314
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waranga Shores known for? +

Waranga Shores is known for the Waranga Basin, a large reservoir popular with recreational visitors for fishing, boating, water skiing, camping, and birdwatching. The locality offers a peaceful lakeside setting in central Victoria's agricultural heartland.

How far is Waranga Shores from Melbourne CBD? +

Waranga Shores is approximately 144 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 90–120 minute drive via the Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Waranga Shores have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Waranga Shores. The locality is rural and remote, and a car is the only practical way to get around. The nearest town with limited services is Kyabram, approximately 24 kilometres away.

What is the population of Waranga Shores? +

According to the 2021 Census, Waranga Shores has a population of 314 residents spread across approximately 117 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Waranga Shores a good place to live? +

Waranga Shores suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle with access to the recreational amenities of the Waranga Basin. It appeals to fishing enthusiasts, campers, and those who value open space and lakeside scenery, though all urban services must be accessed in nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Waranga Shores? +

The postcode for Waranga Shores, VIC is 3612.

Is Waranga Shores a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Waranga Shores is part of the Campaspe 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.