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Wood Wood

VIC 3596 • Victoria

91
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Wood Wood

Wood Wood is a small rural locality in the Mallee region of north-west Victoria, situated on the Murray Valley Highway approximately 36 kilometres east of Swan Hill. With a 2021 Census population of 91 spread across 7.9 square kilometres, the locality sits on the banks of the Murray River in a landscape of river red gums and irrigated farmland. The area falls within the federal electorate of Mallee and is part of the broader Swan Hill rural district.

Wood Wood is a popular stopping point for travellers along the Murray Valley Highway, with the Wood Wood Cafe, caravan park, and general store offering riverside hospitality just 30 metres from the Murray. The locality features an Aboriginal scarred canoe tree identified by the Victorian Archaeological Survey, reflecting the area's deep Indigenous heritage. Fishing, camping, and canoeing on the Murray River draw visitors year-round, while the regional centre of Swan Hill provides schools, shopping, and health services.

Wood Wood falls under postcode 3596 and is governed by the Swan Hill Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3596
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.12°, 143.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.91 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Swan Hill
36 km
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Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Swan Hill 25-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Swan Hill then V/Line train/coach to Melbourne (~5-6 hours total)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr

🛣️ Access via Murray Valley Highway to Swan Hill, then Loddon Valley Highway or Calder Highway to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The cafe and general store serve basic needs, but a car is essential for all other errands and services in Swan Hill

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
91
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
242.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
166.6 / 100k
2yr Up 35.9% 10yr Up 20.1%
Non-FV assault
433.2 / 100k
2yr Down 12.5% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.4 / 100k
2yr Up 57.9% 10yr Up 40.2%
View all offence subgroups for Swan Hill →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wood Wood known for? +

Wood Wood is known for its picturesque location on the Murray River, the Wood Wood Cafe and caravan park, and a significant Aboriginal scarred canoe tree. It is a popular rest stop for travellers along the Murray Valley Highway.

How far is Wood Wood from Melbourne CBD? +

Wood Wood is approximately 340 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 3.5 to 4.5-hour drive. The nearest regional centre is Swan Hill, about 36 kilometres to the west.

Does Wood Wood have public transport? +

Wood Wood has no public transport services. The nearest V/Line station is in Swan Hill, approximately 36 kilometres away, offering train and coach connections to Melbourne.

What is the population of Wood Wood? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wood Wood has a population of 91 residents across 7.9 square kilometres along the Murray River in Victoria's Mallee region.

Is Wood Wood a good place to live? +

Wood Wood offers a tranquil riverside lifestyle suited to those who enjoy fishing, camping, and the natural beauty of the Murray. It is best for residents comfortable with rural isolation, as services and schools are a 30-minute drive away in Swan Hill.

What is the postcode for Wood Wood? +

The postcode for Wood Wood, Victoria is 3596.

Is Wood Wood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wood Wood is part of the Swan Hill 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.