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Yan Yean

VIC 3755 • Victoria

246
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
28.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHistoricPeaceful
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About Yan Yean

Yan Yean is a rural locality in Melbourne's north-east, situated approximately 34 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD within the City of Whittlesea and Shire of Nillumbik local government areas. With a population of 246 at the 2021 Census and covering around 28 square kilometres, Yan Yean is best known as the site of the Yan Yean Reservoir, one of Australia's oldest and most historically significant water storage facilities, which has supplied Melbourne with water since 1857. The area sits at approximately 150 metres elevation amid gently undulating farmland, with a semi-rural character and scattered acreage properties.

Yan Yean offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle on Melbourne's outer fringe, with the Yan Yean Reservoir Park providing walking and cycling opportunities amid natural bushland. Nearby townships of Whittlesea and Mernda provide schools, shopping, and community services, and the extension of Melbourne's Metro rail network to Mernda has improved transport links for the broader area. The locality appeals to those who value open space, natural heritage, and rural living within a manageable distance of outer Melbourne suburbs and the growing Whittlesea urban corridor.

Yan Yean falls under postcode 3755 and is governed by the Whittlesea Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of McEwen, while state elections fall under the Yan Yean (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3755
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Whittlesea
Federal Electorate
McEwen
State Electorate
Yan Yean (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.56°, 145.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.39 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mernda Station
10 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local bus services — Mernda / Whittlesea 15-25 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
34 km
By Train
Drive or bus to Mernda Station (~10km), then Mernda Line train ~55 min to Melbourne Central
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Plenty Valley Freeway and Yan Yean Road provide main arterial access; Mernda and Whittlesea are the nearest service centres

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yan Yean is a dispersed rural locality with no local retail; a car is necessary for all daily needs, with Mernda and Whittlesea the closest service centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
246
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
229.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.4% 10yr Down 65.6%
Motor vehicle theft
334.1 / 100k
2yr Up 173.7% 10yr Down 22.5%
Non-FV assault
209 / 100k
2yr Up 15.1% 10yr Up 19.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.8 / 100k
2yr Up 17.5% 10yr Up 164.7%
Steal from vehicle
981.1 / 100k
2yr Up 137.3% 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Whittlesea →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yan Yean known for? +

Yan Yean is best known for the Yan Yean Reservoir, one of the oldest water supply reservoirs in Australia, which has provided drinking water to Melbourne since 1857. The surrounding Yan Yean Reservoir Park is a popular destination for walking, cycling, and nature appreciation.

How far is Yan Yean from Melbourne? +

Yan Yean is approximately 34 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD, typically a 40 to 75 minute drive depending on traffic via the Plenty Valley Freeway and Yan Yean Road.

Does Yan Yean have public transport? +

Yan Yean has limited local bus services connecting to nearby Mernda and Whittlesea. The nearest train station is Mernda (approximately 10km away), where the Mernda Line provides rail access to Melbourne CBD in around 55 minutes.

What is the population of Yan Yean? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yan Yean has a population of 246 residents. It is a small, scattered rural locality straddling the City of Whittlesea and Shire of Nillumbik boundary areas.

Is Yan Yean a good place to live? +

Yan Yean appeals to those seeking a rural or semi-rural lifestyle in Melbourne's outer north-east, with access to natural open space and the scenic Yan Yean Reservoir area. It suits acreage owners and nature lovers who are comfortable relying on a car, with Mernda and Whittlesea readily accessible for services.

What is the postcode for Yan Yean? +

The postcode for Yan Yean is 3755.

Is Yan Yean a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yan Yean is part of the Whittlesea 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.