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Wonwondah

VIC 3401 • Victoria

114
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
157.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful
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About Wonwondah

Wonwondah is a sparsely populated rural locality in Victoria's Wimmera region, situated in north-western Victoria within the broader Horsham district. Spanning 157.5 square kilometres of flat agricultural plains, the locality had a 2021 Census population of 114 residents, typical of the low-density farming communities that characterise the Wimmera's expansive dryland cropping and sheep-grazing country. The area falls within the federal electorate of Wannon and the state electorate of Lowan, representing some of Victoria's most productive yet sparsely settled agricultural land.

Life in Wonwondah centres on dryland farming — predominantly wheat, barley, and sheep grazing — across the wide-open Wimmera plains under big country skies. The regional city of Horsham, accessible to the north-east, provides residents with shops, healthcare, schools, and community services. The Wimmera offers a quintessentially Australian rural lifestyle: unhurried, community-minded, and deeply connected to the land, making Wonwondah and its surrounds an appealing choice for those seeking affordable agricultural land and the quiet rhythms of life in regional Victoria.

Wonwondah falls under postcode 3401 and is governed by the Horsham Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3401
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Horsham
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.88°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
157.52 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3401

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3401, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,317
Median 2023–24
$57,082
▲ 23.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,520

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3401; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited/no local bus — Horsham approx 30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
No direct train service; V/Line coach from Horsham to Melbourne (~3 hrs 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) via Horsham is the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Isolated rural locality on flat agricultural land; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
114
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
185.9 / 100k
2yr Down 55.0% 10yr Down 63.8%
Motor vehicle theft
83.2 / 100k
2yr Down 15.5% 10yr Down 44.9%
Non-FV assault
528.4 / 100k
2yr Up 18.0% 10yr Down 24.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.7 / 100k
2yr Up 54.3% 10yr Down 36.2%
View all offence subgroups for Horsham →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wonwondah known for? +

Wonwondah is a farming locality in the Wimmera region of north-western Victoria, known for its vast flat agricultural plains given over to dryland cropping and sheep grazing — characteristic of the productive Wimmera wheatbelt.

How far is Wonwondah from Melbourne? +

Wonwondah is approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, about a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway through Ballarat and Horsham.

Does Wonwondah have public transport? +

There is no train or local bus service at Wonwondah. The nearest V/Line coach connection is at Horsham, approximately 35 kilometres away, with services running to Melbourne.

What is the population of Wonwondah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wonwondah has a population of 114 residents, reflecting the low-density rural character of the Wimmera farming region.

Is Wonwondah a good place to live? +

Wonwondah suits those who embrace a genuine agricultural lifestyle in regional Victoria — wide landscapes, low population density, and a strong farming community. Horsham provides regional services, but a car is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Wonwondah? +

The postcode for Wonwondah, Victoria is 3401, which is shared with the regional city of Horsham.

Is Wonwondah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wonwondah is part of the Horsham 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.