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Watsons Creek

VIC 3097 • Victoria

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralLeafyOuter Metropolitan
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About Watsons Creek

Watsons Creek is a small rural locality in the Yarra Ranges of Victoria, situated approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD near the township of Kangaroo Ground. Covering only about 1.75 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 58 residents. The locality lies within the Nillumbik Shire Council area, in the scenic green wedge of Melbourne's outer north-eastern suburbs.

The area is characterised by small hobby farms, rural residential properties, and the bushland of the Yarra Ranges escarpment. Nearby Hurstbridge provides basic shops, a primary school, and a train station. The broader region is beloved for its rural character, proximity to Kinglake National Park, and the Yarra River valley. A private vehicle is essential for most activities, though the train at Hurstbridge provides a city connection.

Watsons Creek falls under postcode 3097 and is governed by the Nillumbik Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Menzies, while state elections fall under the Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3097
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nillumbik
Federal Electorate
Menzies
State Electorate
Eltham (North-Eastern Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.70°, 145.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.75 km²
Population Density
33 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3097

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3097, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,477
Median 2023–24
$58,533
▲ 18.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$112,307

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3097; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hurstbridge
5 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
Drive to Hurstbridge; Hurstbridge Line to Flinders Street (~1 hr)
By Car (Peak)
50 min - 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min - 55 min

🛣️ Hurstbridge Road and Diamond Creek Road provide main access; Hurstbridge station is 5 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural green wedge locality; car required for almost all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
256.6 / 100k
2yr Up 184.8% 10yr Down 28.1%
Motor vehicle theft
109.5 / 100k
2yr Up 147.4% 10yr Down 22.8%
Non-FV assault
122 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 18.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
14.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Up 803.7%
Steal from vehicle
416.2 / 100k
2yr Up 148.4% 10yr Down 33.4%
View all offence subgroups for Nillumbik →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Watsons Creek known for? +

Watsons Creek is a small semi-rural locality in Melbourne's outer north-east, known for its hobby farms, bushland setting, and proximity to Kinglake National Park in the Nillumbik green wedge.

How far is Watsons Creek from Melbourne CBD? +

Watsons Creek is approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 40 minute to 1 hour drive.

Does Watsons Creek have public transport? +

There is no bus service within Watsons Creek. The nearest Metro Trains station is Hurstbridge, approximately 5 kilometres away, with Hurstbridge Line services to the CBD.

What is the population of Watsons Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Watsons Creek has a population of approximately 58 residents in this small Yarra Ranges locality.

Is Watsons Creek a good place to live? +

Watsons Creek suits those who love Melbourne's outer north-east bush environment, with hobby farming, bushwalking, and proximity to Kinglake National Park, while Hurstbridge's train connects to the city.

What is the postcode for Watsons Creek? +

The postcode for Watsons Creek is 3097, covering this rural locality in the Nillumbik Shire of Victoria.

Is Watsons Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Watsons Creek is part of the Nillumbik 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.