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Whorouly East

VIC 3735 • Victoria

92
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversideQuietFamily-Friendly
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About Whorouly East

Whorouly East is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria within the Rural City of Wangaratta local government area, situated in the Ovens River valley approximately 274 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and around 32 kilometres south-east of Wangaratta. The locality spans approximately 19 square kilometres of productive farmland, and the 2021 Census recorded a population of 92 residents. Whorouly East forms part of the broader Whorouly agricultural district, an area historically settled in the 1860s and known for its rich, well-watered soils supporting beef and dairy cattle, orchards, and market gardens.

The surrounding Ovens River valley provides abundant water resources that have long supported diverse farming enterprises, including crops such as oats and fodder alongside livestock operations. The locality sits between the regional centres of Wangaratta and Myrtleford, giving residents reasonable access to schools, shops, and healthcare services along the Great Alpine Road corridor. Whorouly East is suited to those seeking a quiet, agricultural lifestyle in the foothills of Victoria's High Country, with the nearby township of Whorouly offering a community hall and sporting facilities.

Whorouly East falls under postcode 3735 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3735
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.52°, 146.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.22 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3735

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3735 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,259
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,239

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3735; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
35 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

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

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
274 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta (~35 km), then V/Line North East Line to Southern Cross Station (~2 hrs 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs - 3 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min - 3 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Car essential locally; Hume Freeway provides main route to Melbourne from Wangaratta

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Whorouly East is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops; a car is necessary for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
92
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whorouly East known for? +

Whorouly East is known for its productive agricultural land in the Ovens River valley, supporting dairy and beef cattle, orchards, and market gardens. The broader Whorouly district has a long farming history dating to the 1860s, set against the backdrop of Victoria's High Country.

How far is Whorouly East from Wangaratta? +

Whorouly East is approximately 32 kilometres south-east of Wangaratta, which serves as the nearest regional centre for shopping, health services, and rail connections to Melbourne.

Does Whorouly East have public transport? +

Whorouly East has no local bus or train service. The nearest V/Line train station is at Wangaratta, approximately 35 kilometres away, making private transport essential for all residents.

What is the population of Whorouly East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Whorouly East has a population of 92 residents, consistent with its character as a small, scattered rural farming locality in the Rural City of Wangaratta.

Is Whorouly East a good place to live? +

Whorouly East suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the fertile Ovens Valley, with easy access to both Wangaratta and Myrtleford for services. It is particularly well suited to farming families and those who value open space and the proximity to Victoria's High Country.

What is the postcode for Whorouly East? +

The postcode for Whorouly East, Victoria is 3735, which it shares with Whorouly and surrounding localities in the area.

Is Whorouly East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Whorouly East is part of the Wangaratta 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.