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Yalca

VIC 3637 • Victoria

222
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
158.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRiversideQuietAgricultural
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About Yalca

Yalca is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated within the Moira Shire local government area approximately 250 kilometres north of Melbourne. With a population of 222 residents spread across nearly 159 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land, the community is tightly knit and deeply connected to the region's pastoral heritage. The area lies between the River Murray to the north and the township of Nathalia to the south, placing it in the heart of the Goulburn–Murray irrigation district.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by wide-open farming land, river red gum forests, and the nearby Barmah National Park — one of the world's largest river red gum forests and a significant wetland reserve. Yalca attracts those who value a quiet rural lifestyle close to nature, with fishing, birdwatching, and bushwalking popular pastimes along the Murray River corridor. Essential services are accessible in nearby Nathalia and Strathmerton, while the region's agricultural roots make it a close-knit community of farming families.

Yalca falls under postcode 3637 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
3637
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.05°, 145.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
158.56 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3637

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3637 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,022
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,893

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3637; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Shepparton / Echuca (via Nathalia) Approx. 40–60 min to Shepparton

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
250 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station Shepparton (approx. 70 km south)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Goulburn Valley Highway (B400) and Murray Valley Highway provide main access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yalca is a remote rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or local services — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
222
▲ 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 Yalca. 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 Yalca known for? +

Yalca is known for its rural setting adjacent to the River Murray and the nearby Barmah National Park, one of the world's largest river red gum forests. The area has a long agricultural history and is popular for fishing and birdwatching.

How far is Yalca from Melbourne? +

Yalca is approximately 250 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on traffic and route via the Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Yalca have public transport? +

Yalca has no rail service and very limited regional bus connections. A car is essential for residents, with the nearest town of Nathalia approximately 18 kilometres to the south providing basic services.

What is the population of Yalca? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yalca has a population of 222 people, spread across a large rural area of approximately 159 square kilometres.

Is Yalca a good place to live? +

Yalca suits those seeking a peaceful, off-the-beaten-track lifestyle close to the River Murray and Barmah National Park. It is best suited to farming families and nature lovers comfortable with the isolation of remote rural Victoria.

What is the postcode for Yalca? +

The postcode for Yalca, Victoria is 3637.

Is Yalca a safe area? +

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