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Woodstock On Loddon

VIC 3551 • Victoria

36
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
44.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Woodstock On Loddon

Woodstock On Loddon is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated in the Loddon Shire along the Loddon River valley. With just 36 residents spread across approximately 44 square kilometres, it is one of the quieter communities in the region, characterised by expansive grazing properties and irrigated farmland. The locality sits within the broader Bendigo postcode area (3551) and offers a tranquil escape from the pace of the nearby city.

Life in Woodstock On Loddon centres on agriculture and the rhythms of country living, with sheep and cattle grazing common across the flat to gently undulating terrain. Residents rely on nearby Pyramid Hill and Bendigo for services, shopping, and social activities. The Loddon River provides a scenic backdrop and opportunities for fishing and birdwatching, making the area appealing to those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle in regional Victoria.

Woodstock On Loddon falls under postcode 3551 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3551
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.78°, 144.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.12 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3551

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3551, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,802
Median 2023–24
$60,155
▲ 20.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,144

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3551; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Bendigo

Distance
75 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station at Pyramid Hill or Bendigo
By Car (Peak)
60-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60 min

🛣️ Private vehicle is essential; Pyramid Hill is the closest service town (~25 km)

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely car dependent with no public transport or local amenities within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
36
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 33.1%
Motor vehicle theft
258.8 / 100k
2yr Up 62.3% 10yr Up 25.3%
Non-FV assault
400.8 / 100k
2yr Up 21.7% 10yr Up 66.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.7 / 100k
2yr Up 192.2% 10yr Up 32.1%
Steal from vehicle
636.9 / 100k
2yr Down 15.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Bendigo →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Woodstock On Loddon located? +

Woodstock On Loddon is a small rural locality in the Loddon Shire of central Victoria, situated along the Loddon River near Pyramid Hill.

What is the population of Woodstock On Loddon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodstock On Loddon has a population of 36 residents.

What LGA is Woodstock On Loddon in? +

Woodstock On Loddon is in the Loddon Shire local government area in central Victoria.

What is the nearest town to Woodstock On Loddon? +

Pyramid Hill is the nearest service town, approximately 25 km away, while Bendigo is the major regional centre about 70 km to the east.

Is Woodstock On Loddon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodstock On Loddon is part of the Greater Bendigo 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.