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Woodvale

VIC 3556 • Victoria

556
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
75.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoricSemi-Rural
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About Woodvale

Woodvale is a rural locality in the City of Greater Bendigo, Victoria, situated approximately 12 kilometres north-west of Bendigo CBD. With a population of 556 at the 2021 Census, the area spans nearly 76 square kilometres of open farmland and bushland, reflecting its quiet, semi-rural character. The locality has deep historical roots — originally Dja Dja Wurrung country, it drew European settlers in the 1840s and became a minor gold-rush area in the 1850s before transitioning to its present agricultural identity.

Woodvale offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within a reasonable distance of Bendigo's extensive services, shopping, and public transport connections. The surrounding landscape is characterised by low-density farming properties and open paddocks, with residents typically relying on private vehicles for daily needs. Those seeking affordable rural living with access to a major regional city will find Woodvale a quiet and unpretentious base in the heart of Victoria's goldfields country.

Woodvale falls under postcode 3556 and is governed by the Greater Bendigo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3556
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Bendigo
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.66°, 144.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
75.97 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3556

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3556, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,547
Median 2023–24
$52,855
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,828

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3556; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bendigo Station
12 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No direct bus service — N/A Car required to access Bendigo bus network

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Drive to Bendigo Station (~15 min), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Bendigo CBD is approximately 12 km south-east; V/Line and bus services available from Bendigo

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Woodvale has no shops or services locally; all daily errands require driving to Bendigo or nearby townships

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
556
▲ 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 Woodvale. 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

What is Woodvale known for? +

Woodvale is known for its rural character and goldfields history — the area was part of Victoria's 1850s gold rush and was originally called Sydney Flat before being renamed Woodvale in the 1920s. Today it is a quiet agricultural locality within the City of Greater Bendigo.

How far is Woodvale from Bendigo? +

Woodvale is approximately 12 kilometres north-west of Bendigo CBD, a drive of around 15 minutes under normal conditions.

Does Woodvale have public transport? +

Woodvale has no local bus or rail service. The nearest public transport options are in Bendigo, which has V/Line train services to Melbourne and a local bus network. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Woodvale? +

At the 2021 Census, Woodvale had a population of 556 residents, spread across a large rural area of nearly 76 square kilometres, giving it a very low population density.

Is Woodvale a good place to live? +

Woodvale suits those seeking affordable rural living with privacy and open space, while remaining within a short drive of Bendigo's full range of services, schools, and employment. It is best suited to those with their own transport and a preference for a quiet country lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Woodvale? +

The postcode for Woodvale, Victoria is 3556.

Is Woodvale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodvale 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.