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Wyuna

VIC 3620 • Victoria

278
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
95.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietGoulburn ValleyAffordable
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About Wyuna

Wyuna is a rural locality in the Goulburn Valley region of northern Victoria, situated within the Campaspe Shire approximately 215 kilometres north of Melbourne. The locality covers around 95 square kilometres of flat irrigated farmland in the Murray-Darling Basin, with the Murray Valley Highway running through the area. With a population of approximately 278 residents in 2021, Wyuna is a quiet farming community characterised by broad-acre agriculture, dairy, and mixed cropping on the fertile Campaspe plains.

The nearby township of Tongala, approximately 10 kilometres to the south, provides local shopping, a hotel, and community services. The historic river port town of Echuca — famous for its paddle steamers on the Murray River — is around 30 kilometres to the north, offering a wider range of retail, dining, and healthcare. Shepparton, the major regional city of the Goulburn Valley, lies approximately 55 kilometres to the east. Wyuna appeals to those who value a genuinely rural lifestyle amid the open paddocks and irrigation channels of Victoria's productive Campaspe district.

Wyuna falls under postcode 3620 and is governed by the Campaspe Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3620
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campaspe
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.28°, 145.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
95.31 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3620

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3620, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,902
Median 2023–24
$49,347
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,131

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3620; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • McHarry's/V/Line connecting services — Echuca / Shepparton ~30 min to Echuca; ~55 min to Shepparton

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
No direct service from Wyuna; drive to Echuca station then V/Line train to Melbourne (~3 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Murray Valley Highway provides main road access; most residents use Echuca or Shepparton for major shopping and services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural farming locality with no local retail; a private vehicle is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
278
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
431.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Down 12.2%
Motor vehicle theft
214.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
395.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 25.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
557.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.6% 10yr Up 12.7%
View all offence subgroups for Campaspe →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wyuna known for? +

Wyuna is known for its fertile irrigated farmland in the Goulburn Valley, with dairy farming, broad-acre cropping, and mixed agriculture forming the backbone of the local economy. The Murray Valley Highway corridor and proximity to Echuca's Murray River attractions add to the area's character.

How far is Wyuna from Melbourne? +

Wyuna is approximately 215 kilometres north of Melbourne, making it around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway. Most residents use Echuca (30km) or Shepparton (55km) as their primary service centres.

Does Wyuna have public transport? +

There is no rail service directly in Wyuna. The nearest V/Line train station is at Echuca, approximately 30 kilometres to the north. Local bus connections are very limited and a private vehicle is the primary mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Wyuna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wyuna has a population of approximately 278 residents. The locality spans around 95 square kilometres of Campaspe Shire farmland, so the population is spread across a wide rural area.

Is Wyuna a good place to live? +

Wyuna offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most productive farming regions. It suits those who value open country living and agricultural community life, with Echuca's riverside charm and Shepparton's regional amenities within reasonable driving distance.

What is the postcode for Wyuna? +

The postcode for Wyuna is 3620, in the Campaspe Shire local government area in northern Victoria.

Is Wyuna a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wyuna is part of the Campaspe 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.