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Woorinen

VIC 3589 • Victoria

262
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversidePeacefulRemote
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About Woorinen

Woorinen is a small locality in the Rural City of Swan Hill, situated approximately 12 kilometres north-west of Swan Hill in north-west Victoria's irrigation district, around 340 kilometres from Melbourne. With a 2021 Census population of 262 residents across 13 square kilometres, Woorinen sits within a productive agricultural zone fed by the waters of the Murray River system, with a long history tied to irrigation farming and the agricultural development of the Mallee region.

The area is part of the broader Swan Hill irrigation district, known for viticulture, horticulture, and broad-acre cropping that defines much of the region's rural economy. Residents rely on Swan Hill for most services, including shopping centres, health facilities, and secondary education, as the locality itself has minimal infrastructure. Woorinen offers a true farming community experience, appealing to those engaged in or connected to agriculture, with the Murray River and its river red gum forests providing a peaceful natural backdrop.

Woorinen falls under postcode 3589 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
3589
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Swan Hill
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.23°, 143.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.18 km²
Population Density
20 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3589

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3589 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,913
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,290

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3589; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Swan Hill Station
12 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Woorinen — Swan Hill for services and transport connections N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Drive to Swan Hill Station (~12km), then approximately 3h 30min to Melbourne Southern Cross on the Swan Hill Line
By Car (Peak)
3h 30–4h
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h 20–3h 45 min

🛣️ Calder Highway connects Swan Hill to Melbourne; local travel is entirely car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Woorinen has no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Swan Hill

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
262
▲ 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 Woorinen. 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 Woorinen known for? +

Woorinen is known as part of the Swan Hill irrigation district in north-west Victoria, an area historically important for viticulture, horticulture, and broad-acre farming along the Murray River system.

How far is Woorinen from Melbourne CBD? +

Woorinen is approximately 340 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, around 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours by car via the Calder Highway.

Does Woorinen have public transport? +

Woorinen has no local bus or rail service. The nearest train station is Swan Hill (approximately 12km away), which is served by the V/Line Swan Hill Line with trains to Melbourne Southern Cross taking approximately 3 hours 30 minutes.

What is the population of Woorinen? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 262 in Woorinen, a small rural locality covering around 13 square kilometres in the Rural City of Swan Hill.

Is Woorinen a good place to live? +

Woorinen suits those connected to agriculture or seeking a true rural lifestyle in the Murray River region. Residents have access to Swan Hill's full range of services a short drive away, while enjoying the quiet, open character of north-west Victoria.

What is the postcode for Woorinen? +

The postcode for Woorinen, Victoria is 3589.

Is Woorinen a safe area? +

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