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Warracknabeal

VIC 3393 • Rest of VIC

2,359
Population (2021)
$56,108
Median Household Income
290.42 km²
Area
$180/wk
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordableWheat-BeltCommunity-Oriented

About Warracknabeal

Warracknabeal is a historic wheat-belt town in Victoria's Wimmera region, situated 330 kilometres northwest of Melbourne on the banks of Yarriambiack Creek. With a population of around 2,360, it serves as the business and services hub for the northern Wimmera and southern Mallee districts. The town has a median age of 50 years and a notably high rate of volunteerism, with nearly a third of residents actively participating in community organisations.

Life in Warracknabeal centres around agriculture and a strong sense of community. The town features heritage architecture including an 1872 prison cell, Tudor-style post office, and Victorian-era hotels. Residents enjoy an affordable, quiet lifestyle with most homes being standalone houses. The town offers essential services including a hospital, schools, and local shops, while the surrounding farmland provides employment in grain farming and related industries.

Warracknabeal falls under postcode 3393 and is governed by Yarriambiack Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3393
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yarriambiack
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.23°, 142.42°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
290.42 km²
Elevation
108m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Warracknabeal for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$205K
14 sales · ▲ 13.9% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$180
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$737
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
50 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

23 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Horsham / Melbourne 4h 45min to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne

Distance
330 km
By Bus
4h 45min via Horsham
By Car (Peak)
3h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h 30min

🛣️ No direct train service. V/Line coach to Horsham connects with train to Melbourne. Most residents rely on private vehicles.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural town centre with essential services within walking distance, but most destinations require a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
270.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.4% 10yr Down 24.0%
Motor vehicle theft
79.6 / 100k
2yr Up 27.1% 10yr Up 34.1%
Non-FV assault
238.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 40.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
222.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.2%
View all offence subgroups for Yarriambiack →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,438
Census 2021
2,359
▼ 3.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,208
Personal Income 2021
$33,124
▲ 26.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,124 / yr
$637/wk
Household
$56,108 / yr
$1079/wk
Family
$79,560 / yr
$1530/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,979
Born Overseas 154

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 34
  • 2. India 21
  • 3. New Zealand 17
  • 4. Philippines 12
  • 5. Greece 9
  • 6. Netherlands 6
  • 7. Germany 5
  • 8. Malaysia 4
  • 9. Nepal 4
  • 10. Thailand 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,027
English 943
Scottish 241
Irish 238
German 221
Australian Aboriginal 54
Italian 23
Indian 20
Dutch 19
Maltese 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,808
Both parents born in Australia
204
Both parents born overseas
124
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.3%
No Religion
37.3%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
119 (5.0%)
5-14 years
249 (10.6%)
15-19 years
102 (4.3%)
20-24 years
116 (4.9%)
25-34 years
252 (10.7%)
35-44 years
201 (8.5%)
45-54 years
261 (11.1%)
55-64 years
357 (15.1%)
65-74 years
356 (15.1%)
75-84 years
235 (10.0%)
85+ years
108 (4.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warracknabeal known for? +

Warracknabeal is known as the service centre for the Yarriambiack Shire's productive wheat belt, with a well-preserved historic main street, the Yarriambiack Creek, and museums documenting the region's agricultural and cultural heritage.

How far is Warracknabeal from Melbourne? +

Warracknabeal is approximately 340 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, around a 3 hour 45 minute drive via the Western Highway.

Does Warracknabeal have public transport? +

Warracknabeal is served by V/Line coach services connecting to Horsham and Melbourne. There is no passenger train service; the coach journey to Melbourne takes approximately 4-5 hours.

What is the population of Warracknabeal? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warracknabeal has a population of approximately 2,359 residents, the main service centre of the Yarriambiack Shire.

Is Warracknabeal a good place to live? +

Warracknabeal offers very affordable country living in the Wimmera wheat belt, with a full range of local services for the surrounding farming district. It suits those working in or connected to the agricultural sector.

What is the postcode for Warracknabeal? +

The postcode for Warracknabeal is 3393.

What is the average income in Warracknabeal? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Warracknabeal is about $637 per week (around $33,100 per year). The median household income is $1,079 per week and the median family income is $1,530 per week.

What is the median house price in Warracknabeal? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $205,000, up 13.9% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Warracknabeal? +

The median age in Warracknabeal is 50. The largest age group is 55–64 (357 residents, around 15%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 30% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Warracknabeal a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Warracknabeal is part of the Yarriambiack 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.

How much is rent in Warracknabeal? +

In Warracknabeal, the median weekly rent is $180, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $737 (2021 Census).