What is York Plains known for?

York Plains is a sparsely populated rural locality in VIC. It is primarily recognised as a geographic or administrative area rather than a developed residential suburb.

How far is York Plains from Melbourne CBD?

York Plains is approximately 227 kilometres from Melbourne CBD. The drive typically takes 1.5+ hours outside peak hours, though most residents use local regional centres rather than commuting to the capital CBD.

Does York Plains have public transport?

Public transport in York Plains is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections to major centres are infrequent or unavailable. A private vehicle is strongly recommended.

What is the population of York Plains?

York Plains has a negligible or zero recorded residential population in the 2021 Census, functioning primarily as a geographic or industrial locality.

Is York Plains a good place to live?

York Plains is suited to those seeking a very quiet, remote rural setting. With minimal infrastructure and services, it appeals primarily to those with lifestyle blocks or agricultural interests.

What is the postcode for York Plains?

The postcode for York Plains, VIC is 3477.

York Plains

VIC 3477 • Victoria

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

10.40 km²

Area

N/A

Median Rent

RemoteRuralPeaceful

About York Plains

York Plains is a sparsely populated locality in Victoria, situated 227 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD in the region. Covering approximately 10.4 square kilometres, it has a negligible permanent resident population according to the 2021 Census. The area functions primarily as a geographic or administrative locality rather than a residential community.

The locality is set in a predominantly rural or natural environment, with limited infrastructure and no established township. The surrounding landscape is typical of Victoria. Access is by private vehicle, and residents in the broader area rely on nearby towns for essential services.

York Plains falls under postcode 3477 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Victoria

Postcode

3477

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Mallee

State Electorate

Ripon (Western Victoria)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Melbourne (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-36.59°, 142.92°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

10.40 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Limited or no scheduled services — Nearest regional town Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance

227 km

By Train

No rail service available

By Car (Peak)

2+ hours

By Car (Off-Peak)

1.5+ hours

🛣️ A private vehicle is essential in this rural locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021