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Amphitheatre

VIC 3377 • Victoria

223
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
152.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAgriculturalCar-Dependent

About Amphitheatre

Amphitheatre is a small rural locality on the Pyrenees Highway in central-west Victoria, situated approximately 177 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and roughly midway between Ararat and Maryborough within the Pyrenees Shire. The locality takes its name from the natural bowl-shaped landform created by the surrounding hills along the Avoca River valley. With a population of around 223 residents spread across a large area of 152 square kilometres, Amphitheatre is one of Victoria's quieter farming communities, characterised by pastoral grazing and a modest historic settlement.

The area has a rich gold-rush history dating to 1853, and a handful of heritage-listed buildings — including the old Amphitheatre Railway Station — serve as reminders of its more bustling past. Today, residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by rolling hills and open farmland, with the larger service towns of Beaufort and Maryborough each accessible within about 30 minutes. The Avoca River provides a scenic backdrop, and the locality forms part of the broader Pyrenees wine region, known for its cool-climate shiraz and chardonnay vineyards.

Amphitheatre falls under postcode 3377 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3377
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.23°, 142.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
152.47 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach — Ballarat / Ararat Approx. 45-60 min to Ararat

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
177 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Beaufort or Ballarat to connect with V/Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min - 2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Primarily accessed via the Pyrenees Highway; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

There are no retail services or footpaths in Amphitheatre; all errands require driving to a nearby town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
223
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amphitheatre known for? +

Amphitheatre is known for its gold-rush history dating to 1853 and its distinctive bowl-shaped landscape formed by the surrounding hills along the Avoca River. The heritage-listed Amphitheatre Railway Station is a local landmark, and the locality sits within the broader Pyrenees wine region.

How far is Amphitheatre from Melbourne? +

Amphitheatre is approximately 177 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, making it a roughly 2-hour drive via the Pyrenees Highway and Western Ring Road.

Does Amphitheatre have public transport? +

There is no rail service in Amphitheatre. Limited regional coach connections are available via nearby Beaufort or Ararat, but a car is essential for daily life in this rural locality.

What is the population of Amphitheatre? +

According to 2021 Census data, Amphitheatre has a population of approximately 223 residents, spread across a large rural area of around 152 square kilometres.

Is Amphitheatre a good place to live? +

Amphitheatre suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in Victoria's pastoral west. It offers peaceful surroundings, heritage character, and proximity to the Pyrenees wine region, though it is entirely car-dependent with no local services.

What is the postcode for Amphitheatre? +

The postcode for Amphitheatre, VIC is 3377.