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Waterford Park

VIC 3658 • Victoria

217
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralCommuter BeltPeacefulFamily-FriendlyBushland
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About Waterford Park

Waterford Park is a small residential locality in central Victoria, nestled in the Mitchell Shire approximately 70 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD via the Hume Freeway. Despite its compact area of under 0.2 square kilometres, the locality is home to around 217 residents and offers a semi-rural lifestyle within a small, friendly community. It sits between the towns of Wandong and Kilmore, placing it within easy reach of Mitchell Shire's main services while retaining a quiet country character.

Residents benefit from proximity to Wandong's V/Line railway station, making commuting to Melbourne a viable option for those who prefer country living with city access. The towns of Kilmore and Broadford are within a short drive and provide schools, medical services, supermarkets, and community facilities. The area is surrounded by state forests and the Great Dividing Range foothills, making it popular with those who enjoy bushwalking, 4WDing, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits, as well as visitors exploring the wineries and scenic landscapes of central Victoria.

Waterford Park falls under postcode 3658 and is governed by the Mitchell Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3658
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mitchell
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.24°, 145.11°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.19 km²
Population Density
1,145 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3658

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3658, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,637
Median 2023–24
$57,432
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,168

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3658; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wandong
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • Mitchell Transit intra-municipal service — Kilmore, Broadford, Wallan, Seymour 15-30 min to Kilmore

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
70 km
By Train
Walk/drive to Wandong (~3 km) then V/Line to Melbourne Southern Cross (~1 hr 10 min)
By Car (Peak)
70-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Hume Freeway access nearby; Wandong V/Line station is the most practical commuting option

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small semi-rural locality with minimal local services; Kilmore and Wandong are needed for most errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
217
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
238.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 53.6%
Motor vehicle theft
232.2 / 100k
2yr Up 118.8% 10yr Down 16.4%
Non-FV assault
302.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 22.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 54.8% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
553.5 / 100k
2yr Up 80.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mitchell →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waterford Park known for? +

Waterford Park is known as a quiet semi-rural community in Mitchell Shire, offering a tree-change lifestyle close to the Hume Freeway with convenient access to Melbourne via Wandong's V/Line railway station.

How far is Waterford Park from Melbourne? +

Waterford Park is approximately 70 kilometres north of Melbourne, roughly 55 to 100 minutes by car depending on traffic, or just over an hour by V/Line train from nearby Wandong station.

Does Waterford Park have public transport? +

Waterford Park is close to Wandong's V/Line railway station (approximately 3 km away), which has services to Melbourne Southern Cross. Mitchell Transit bus services also connect nearby towns including Kilmore, Broadford, and Wallan.

What is the population of Waterford Park? +

Waterford Park has a population of approximately 217 residents, making it a small but established community within the Mitchell Shire.

Is Waterford Park a good place to live? +

Waterford Park is ideal for those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne, offering proximity to state forests, the Great Dividing Range, and the services of nearby Kilmore and Broadford.

What is the postcode for Waterford Park? +

The postcode for Waterford Park is 3658, which it shares with Kilmore and several other localities in Mitchell Shire.

Is Waterford Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Waterford Park is part of the Mitchell 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.