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Yabba North

VIC 3646 • Victoria

104
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful
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About Yabba North

Yabba North is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated within the Shire of Moira approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Shepparton. With a population of 104 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers about 64 square kilometres of flat agricultural land in the Goulburn Valley region. The area has experienced population decline from its earlier years, reflecting the broader trend of consolidation in small farming communities across northern Victoria.

The landscape is dominated by irrigated farming, with dairy and cropping as the primary agricultural activities. A disused section of the historic Katamatite Tramway runs through the locality, a reminder of the area's role in the region's agricultural transport network. Residents rely on the nearby towns of Numurkah and Cobram for shopping, schools and services, while the regional city of Shepparton provides a wider range of amenities including hospitals, major retail and the SAM (Shepparton Art Museum).

Yabba North falls under postcode 3646 and is governed by the Moira Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3646
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.25°, 145.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.79 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3646

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3646 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,749
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,831

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3646; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
30 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Shepparton / Numurkah N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
Drive to Shepparton for V/Line train to Melbourne (approx 2.5 hours from Shepparton)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-2.5 hours

🛣️ Shepparton (30 km) is the nearest regional city with rail and services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yabba North is a dispersed farming locality with no shops, services or footpaths; a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
104
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
281.1 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
164.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 79.9%
Non-FV assault
219.7 / 100k
2yr Down 11.1% 10yr Up 27.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
277.8 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Up 32.1%
View all offence subgroups for Moira →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yabba North known for? +

Yabba North is a small farming locality in the Goulburn Valley known for its irrigated dairy and cropping land. The disused Katamatite Tramway passes through the area, reflecting its historical role in the region's agricultural transport network.

How far is Yabba North from Shepparton? +

Yabba North is approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Shepparton, roughly a 25-30 minute drive via local roads.

Does Yabba North have public transport? +

Yabba North has no public transport services. The nearest V/Line train station is at Shepparton, which connects to Melbourne. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Yabba North? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yabba North has a population of 104 residents, spread across approximately 64 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Shire of Moira.

Is Yabba North a good place to live? +

Yabba North suits those who enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by productive farmland. While the locality itself has no services, the nearby towns of Numurkah and Cobram provide schools, shops and community facilities, and the regional city of Shepparton is about 30 minutes away.

What is the postcode for Yabba North? +

The postcode for Yabba North, Victoria is 3646.

Is Yabba North a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yabba North is part of the Moira 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.