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Willowmavin

VIC 3764 • Victoria

241
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
57.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHistoricCommuter Belt
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About Willowmavin

Willowmavin is a rural locality in the Shire of Mitchell in central Victoria, situated approximately 73 kilometres north of Melbourne and 9 kilometres north-west of the town of Kilmore. The locality covers around 57 square kilometres of agricultural land on the Hume corridor between Melbourne and the Riverina, and falls within the traditional country of the Taungurong people of the Kulin Nation. With a population of 241 residents and a median income of approximately 9,800 per year, Willowmavin has a dispersed rural residential character with a mix of farming and lifestyle properties.

Willowmavin's history stretches back to the early European settlement of Victoria — it was first settled as a sheep station by explorer Charles Bonney in 1837 and became an early and significant pastoral district in the Kilmore Plains. Today the locality retains a quiet semi-rural character, with residents relying on nearby Kilmore for schooling, shops, and services. The Hume Freeway passes through the broader Mitchell Shire, providing convenient road access to Melbourne for those commuting or travelling south. The rolling hills and farmland of the area make it appealing to those seeking a lifestyle property within reasonable distance of the city.

Willowmavin falls under postcode 3764 and is governed by the Mitchell Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3764
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mitchell
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.26°, 144.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.34 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3764

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3764, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,774
Median 2023–24
$59,152
▲ 18.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,363

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3764; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kilmore East
12 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Kilmore / Melbourne approx. 1h 30min to Melbourne CBD

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
73 km
By Train
Drive to Kilmore East (~12km) then train to Melbourne (~1h 15min)
By Car (Peak)
1h 15min - 1h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55min - 1h 15min

🛣️ Accessible via the Hume Freeway; Kilmore is the nearest town for daily services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Willowmavin has no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs with Kilmore being the nearest service town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
241
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
238.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 53.6%
Motor vehicle theft
232.2 / 100k
2yr Up 118.8% 10yr Down 16.4%
Non-FV assault
302.8 / 100k
2yr Up 23.2% 10yr Down 22.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.7 / 100k
2yr Down 54.8% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
553.5 / 100k
2yr Up 80.2% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Mitchell →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willowmavin known for? +

Willowmavin is known for its deep pastoral history — it was one of the earliest sheep stations settled in Victoria, established by explorer Charles Bonney in 1837. Today it is a quiet rural locality valued for its open farmland and proximity to Kilmore and Melbourne.

How far is Willowmavin from Melbourne? +

Willowmavin is approximately 73 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, about a 55-minute to 1 hour 15-minute drive via the Hume Freeway depending on traffic.

Does Willowmavin have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Willowmavin. The nearest train station is Kilmore East, approximately 12 kilometres away, on the Seymour Line to Melbourne. A car is necessary for most residents to access public transport or services.

What is the population of Willowmavin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Willowmavin has a population of 241 residents across approximately 57 square kilometres of rural land in the Mitchell Shire, central Victoria.

Is Willowmavin a good place to live? +

Willowmavin appeals to those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle property within reasonable commuting distance of Melbourne via the Hume Freeway. It is well-suited to families and lifestyle seekers who value space, open farmland, and a quiet community atmosphere, with Kilmore's services just 9km away.

What is the postcode for Willowmavin? +

The postcode for Willowmavin is 3764, shared with Kilmore and surrounding localities in the Mitchell Shire in central Victoria.

Is Willowmavin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Willowmavin is part of the Mitchell 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.