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Wycheproof South

VIC 3527 • Victoria

6
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingRemoteMallee
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About Wycheproof South

Wycheproof South is a small rural locality situated just south of the township of Wycheproof in the Shire of Buloke, north-western Victoria. The locality covers approximately 46 square kilometres of flat mallee and farming country in the Mallee region, around 276 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. The 2021 census recorded a population of just 6 residents, making it one of Victoria's most sparsely populated localities. The surrounding agricultural land is predominantly used for dryland grain farming and livestock grazing.

Life in Wycheproof South is quintessentially rural, with residents relying on the adjacent Wycheproof township for services including shops, schools, and the local hospital. The nearby Wycheproof is famous for Mount Wycheproof, recognised as the world's smallest registered mountain at just 43 metres above the surrounding plains. The Calder Highway passes through Wycheproof, connecting the region to Bendigo and Melbourne. This locality appeals to those engaged in broadacre farming and those who appreciate the quiet solitude of the Victorian Mallee.

Wycheproof South falls under postcode 3527 and is governed by the Buloke 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
3527
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Buloke
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.07°, 143.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.58 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3527

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3527 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$55,553
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,436

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3527; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wycheproof Railway Station
3 km
35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
276 km
By Train
~3 hours via V/Line Swan Hill line (infrequent services)
By Bus
N/A – no direct bus to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
~3 hours via Calder Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hours 45 min

🛣️ V/Line provides limited train services from Wycheproof to Melbourne via Bendigo. A car is essential for daily living.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Virtually no walkable amenities. Residents must drive to Wycheproof township for all services. No footpaths or public transport within the locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
6
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
152.9 / 100k
2yr Up 15.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Up 823.6% 10yr Up 861.1%
Non-FV assault
152.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 220.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
543.8 / 100k
2yr Up 556.8% 10yr Up 127.8%
View all offence subgroups for Buloke →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wycheproof South known for? +

Wycheproof South is a tiny rural locality adjacent to Wycheproof in the Buloke Shire of north-west Victoria. Wycheproof itself is famous for having the smallest hill in the world — Mount Wycheproof, at 43 metres above sea level.

How far is Wycheproof South from Melbourne? +

Wycheproof South is approximately 290 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, adjacent to the Wycheproof township on the Calder Highway.

Does Wycheproof South have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Wycheproof South. Wycheproof township has a V/Line train station on the Swan Hill Line. A car is generally required for daily needs.

What is the population of Wycheproof South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wycheproof South has a population of just 6 residents, a tiny rural locality adjoining the Wycheproof township.

Is Wycheproof South a good place to live? +

Wycheproof South suits farming families with properties on the southern fringe of Wycheproof, with the township's services and its famous "world's smallest hill" close by.

What is the postcode for Wycheproof South? +

The postcode for Wycheproof South is 3527.

Is Wycheproof South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wycheproof South is part of the Buloke 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.