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Yarck

VIC 3719 • Victoria

194
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
86.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralVillage FeelQuietMountainHistoric
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About Yarck

Yarck is a small town in the upper Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, situated in the Shire of Murrindindi approximately 166 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Located on the Maroondah Highway, 14 kilometres north-west of Alexandra, Yarck occupies a scenic position in the ranges with a total area of around 87 square kilometres. With a population of around 194 residents at the 2021 Census, it is a genuine small country town with a character shaped by its agricultural surroundings and its location along a major highway route into Victoria's north-east.

Despite its size, Yarck has a surprisingly active local hub — facilities include a general store, a hotel, two cafes, a bookstore, and a bakery, making it a popular rest stop for travellers on the Maroondah Highway heading towards Mansfield and the alpine areas. The town once had a railway station on the Tallarook branch line, which operated from 1890 until its closure in 1978. Surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, Yarck offers a relaxed country lifestyle with easy access to the recreational opportunities of the Yea Valley, Lake Eildon, and the Victorian High Country.

Yarck falls under postcode 3719 and is governed by the Murrindindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3719
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Murrindindi
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Eildon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.04°, 145.61°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
86.66 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3719

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3719 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$41,192
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,747

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3719; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services via Maroondah Highway — Melbourne / Alexandra Approx. 2.5–3 hrs to Melbourne CBD

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
166 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest train from Yea (V/Line to Melbourne ~1.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75–2 hrs

🛣️ Maroondah Highway (B360) is the main route; Alexandra is the nearest service town (14 km south-east)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Basic supplies available at the general store and bakery in the village, but a car is needed for most shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
194
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
235.7 / 100k
2yr Up 25.9% 10yr Down 36.3%
Motor vehicle theft
101.9 / 100k
2yr Up 21.4% 10yr Down 20.4%
Non-FV assault
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
203.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.2%
View all offence subgroups for Murrindindi →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yarck known for? +

Yarck is known as a charming pit stop on the Maroondah Highway, with a cluster of local businesses including a general store, hotel, two cafes, a bookstore, and a bakery. It is also known for its scenic surroundings in the upper Goulburn Valley and its proximity to Lake Eildon and the Victorian High Country.

How far is Yarck from Melbourne? +

Yarck is approximately 166 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, making it roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Maroondah Highway.

Does Yarck have public transport? +

Yarck no longer has a railway station — the branch line closed in 1978. There are some regional coach services along the Maroondah Highway, but a car is the most practical way to get around. The nearest V/Line train station is in Yea, about 30 kilometres to the west.

What is the population of Yarck? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yarck has a population of approximately 194 residents, making it a very small country town in the Murrindindi Shire of Victoria.

Is Yarck a good place to live? +

Yarck is well suited to those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with a genuine village community feel, set amid the scenic ranges and farmland of north-east Victoria. Basic amenities are available locally, while Alexandra and Mansfield provide more comprehensive services nearby.

What is the postcode for Yarck? +

The postcode for Yarck, VIC is 3719.

Is Yarck a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yarck is part of the Murrindindi 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.