Woodfield

VIC 3715 • Victoria

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalBushland

About Woodfield

Woodfield is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated approximately 130 kilometres north-east of Melbourne in the Strathbogie Ranges foothills near the town of Yea. The locality covers around 47 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 62 residents at the 2021 Census. It is a sparsely settled area of cleared farmland, grassland, and remnant bushland in the upper Yea River district.

Yea, approximately 25 kilometres to the south-west, provides general services including a hospital, schools, and shopping facilities. The surrounding region is popular for its dairy farming, rural retreats, and proximity to the Victorian high country. The Hume Freeway is accessible via Alexandra, providing a practical road link to Melbourne. A car is essential as no public transport serves Woodfield.

Woodfield falls under postcode 3715 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3715
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.99°, 145.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
47.18 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yea
25 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
V/Line from Yea (approx. 25 km) toward Melbourne; approx. 2 hours
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Maroondah Highway provides access toward Melbourne; Hume Freeway via Alexandra

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is required for all errands to Yea.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodfield known for? +

Woodfield is a quiet rural locality in the Strathbogie Ranges foothills of north-east Victoria, known for its pastoral farmland and proximity to the Yea River district.

How far is Woodfield from Melbourne CBD? +

Woodfield is approximately 130 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, around 1.5 to 2.5 hours by road via the Maroondah Highway.

Does Woodfield have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Woodfield. V/Line trains operate from Yea (approximately 25 km away) toward Melbourne.

What is the population of Woodfield? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodfield has a population of approximately 62 residents.

Is Woodfield a good place to live? +

Woodfield suits those seeking a rural lifestyle in Victoria's north-east, with Yea providing essential services and V/Line rail connections to Melbourne available nearby.

What is the postcode for Woodfield? +

The postcode for Woodfield, VIC is 3715.