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Wilby

VIC 3728 • Victoria

192
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
110.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideQuietAffordable
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About Wilby

Wilby is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated approximately 15 minutes from Yarrawonga and 35 minutes from the regional centre of Wangaratta, within the Shire of Towong or the Rural City of Wangaratta area. With a population of 192 at the 2021 Census, Wilby covers approximately 110 square kilometres of farming and grazing country near the Murray River corridor. The locality is characterised by large rural blocks, open agricultural land, and a quiet country atmosphere close to the recreational amenities of the Yarrawonga–Mulwala region.

Residents of Wilby benefit from proximity to Yarrawonga, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the popular Lake Mulwala for boating, fishing, and water sports. The area is known for its outdoor lifestyle — the Murray River region draws visitors for camping, waterskiing, and golf, and Yarrawonga has one of Victoria's most celebrated golf courses. Wangaratta, reachable in approximately 35 minutes, provides broader city services including hospitals, higher education, and major shopping. Wilby suits those who value the open country lifestyle and space of rural Victoria while retaining reasonable access to regional services.

Wilby falls under postcode 3728 and is governed by the Moira Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3728
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.15°, 145.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
110.42 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3728

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3728 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$48,509
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,705

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3728; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yarrawonga
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • V/Line regional coach — Wangaratta / Melbourne 35 min to Wangaratta; 2 hr 30 min to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
265 km
By Train
V/Line train from Wangaratta to Southern Cross; approx. 2 hr 30 min (35 min drive to Wangaratta first)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Hume Highway south via Wangaratta; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wilby is a rural locality with no local shops; all errands require driving to Yarrawonga or Wangaratta

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
192
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilby known for? +

Wilby is known as a quiet rural locality near Yarrawonga and the Murray River corridor in north-east Victoria, offering large rural blocks and an outdoor lifestyle. The nearby Yarrawonga region is popular for Lake Mulwala water sports, boating, fishing, and the Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort.

How far is Wilby from Melbourne CBD? +

Wilby is approximately 265 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2 hour 45 minute to 3 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Highway through Wangaratta. V/Line train services run to Wangaratta, about 35 minutes away by car.

Does Wilby have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport serving Wilby. The nearest V/Line train station is at Wangaratta (approximately 35 minutes by car), which has regular services to Melbourne Southern Cross Station. A private vehicle is essential for Wilby residents.

What is the population of Wilby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wilby has a population of 192 residents spread across approximately 110 square kilometres of rural north-east Victoria.

Is Wilby a good place to live? +

Wilby suits those seeking affordable rural land with room to breathe, close to the recreational amenities of Yarrawonga and Lake Mulwala. It is well-suited to hobby farmers, retirees, and families who enjoy a country lifestyle and don't need daily access to city services.

What is the postcode for Wilby? +

The postcode for Wilby is 3728, shared with Yarrawonga and several surrounding rural localities in north-east Victoria.

Is Wilby a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wilby is part of the Moira 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.