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Whorouly

VIC 3735 • Victoria

383
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
49.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalMountainPeacefulHinterland
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About Whorouly

Whorouly is a small rural town in the Ovens River valley of northeast Victoria, located approximately 274 kilometres northeast of Melbourne and 32 kilometres southeast of Wangaratta within the Rural City of Wangaratta local government area. Covering around 49 square kilometres, the town sits between the Snow Road (C522) and the Ovens River, surrounded by pastoral farmland in the foothills of the Victorian Alps. With a 2021 Census population of 383 residents, Whorouly is a close-knit agricultural community in one of Victoria's most picturesque river valleys.

The Whorouly district is known for its farming heritage, with dairy, beef, and mixed cropping properties spread across the valley floor and surrounding slopes. The nearby town of Myrtleford, approximately 19 kilometres to the southeast, provides the nearest supermarket, schools, and services, while Wangaratta — about 32 kilometres northwest — offers a full range of regional amenities including a hospital, shopping centres, and Wangaratta railway station. The broader northeast Victoria region is renowned for its alpine scenery, skiing at Falls Creek and Mount Hotham, the Ovens River for fishing and kayaking, and the renowned King Valley wine region.

Whorouly 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
49.12 km²
Population Density
8 /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
32 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Wangaratta / Myrtleford N/A — car recommended

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
274 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta (32 km) then V/Line North East Line; approx. 3 hours total
By Car (Peak)
2.75-3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5-3 hours

🛣️ Via Hume Freeway and Ovens Highway; car essential for local transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small rural town with no walkable commercial area; car essential for all shopping and services in Myrtleford or Wangaratta

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
383
▲ 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. 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 known for? +

Whorouly is known for its peaceful rural character in the beautiful Ovens River valley and its proximity to northeast Victoria's major attractions, including the King Valley wine region, the alpine resorts of Falls Creek and Mount Hotham, and the Ovens River for fishing and outdoor recreation. The town's name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning "black cockatoo".

How far is Whorouly from Melbourne? +

Whorouly is approximately 274 kilometres northeast of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3.5 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Ovens Highway depending on traffic and route.

Does Whorouly have public transport? +

Whorouly has no local rail or regular bus service. Wangaratta railway station, about 32 kilometres northwest, provides V/Line North East Line services to Melbourne. A car is essential for living in Whorouly.

What is the population of Whorouly? +

According to the 2021 Census, Whorouly has a population of approximately 383 residents, making it a small rural town serving the surrounding pastoral and farming properties of the Ovens River valley.

Is Whorouly a good place to live? +

Whorouly suits those who embrace a genuine rural lifestyle with beautiful valley scenery and easy access to northeast Victoria's natural and agricultural attractions. It is an excellent base for people who work locally or can work remotely, with Myrtleford (19 km) and Wangaratta (32 km) providing services, schools, and regional amenities.

What is the postcode for Whorouly? +

The postcode for Whorouly, Victoria is 3735.

Is Whorouly a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Whorouly 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.