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Whanregarwen

VIC 3714 • Victoria

130
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
73.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalBushlandQuietSemi-Rural
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About Whanregarwen

Whanregarwen is a small rural locality in Victoria's central high country, situated in the upper Yea River valley approximately 120 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, within the Murrindindi Shire Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 130 residents spread across approximately 74 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled farming district in the Eildon state electorate. The locality sits between the towns of Alexandra and Yea, in a region characterised by rolling hills, river flats, and timber country.

The surrounding landscape is shaped by grazing properties and remnant bushland, with the Yea River and its tributaries threading through the valley floors. Residents rely on Alexandra (approximately 25 kilometres to the north-east) or Yea (approximately 35 kilometres to the south-west) for services, schools, and shopping. The area appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle in the Victorian high country fringe, with outdoor pursuits such as fishing, hiking, and horse riding available throughout the surrounding region.

Whanregarwen falls under postcode 3714 and is governed by the Murrindindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3714
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.22°, 145.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
73.82 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3714

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3714, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,436
Median 2023–24
$47,194
▲ 19.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,973

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3714; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yea Station
35 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Services available from Alexandra or Yea N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Drive to Yea Station (~35 km), V/Line train to Southern Cross (~1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Maroondah Highway through Yea is the main route; Hume Freeway via Seymour also accessible

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services in the locality; car required for all daily needs with Alexandra or Yea being the nearest towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
130
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
235.7 / 100k
2yr Up 25.9% 10yr Down 36.3%
Motor vehicle theft
101.9 / 100k
2yr Up 21.4% 10yr Down 20.4%
Non-FV assault
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
203.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Murrindindi →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whanregarwen known for? +

Whanregarwen is a quiet farming locality in the upper Yea River valley, known for its grazing properties, rolling hill country, and the peaceful rural lifestyle typical of the Victorian high country fringe.

How far is Whanregarwen from Melbourne CBD? +

Whanregarwen is approximately 120 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours via the Maroondah Highway through Yea.

Does Whanregarwen have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Whanregarwen. The nearest train station is Yea, approximately 35 kilometres away, where V/Line services connect to Melbourne Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Whanregarwen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Whanregarwen has a population of 130 residents across approximately 74 square kilometres, within the Murrindindi Shire in regional Victoria.

Is Whanregarwen a good place to live? +

Whanregarwen suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Victorian high country region. With no local services, residents depend on Alexandra or Yea for daily needs, but the scenic valley setting and farming community appeal to those comfortable with a rural, car-dependent lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Whanregarwen? +

The postcode for Whanregarwen, VIC is 3714.

Is Whanregarwen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Whanregarwen is part of the Murrindindi 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.