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Ardmona

VIC 3629 • Victoria

497
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
39.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyHistoric

About Ardmona

Ardmona is a small locality in the Goulburn Valley of central Victoria, situated approximately 10 km west of Shepparton within the City of Greater Shepparton. With a population of 497 at the 2021 Census, Ardmona is a tight-knit agricultural community historically significant as the site of Victoria's first irrigated settlement, established in 1886. The Midland Highway passes through the south of the locality, connecting it to the broader region.

The community of Ardmona benefits from proximity to Shepparton, a major regional city with a full range of amenities including hospitals, universities, shopping centres, and sporting facilities. The locality has a primary school, a sporting ground, and a convenience store, giving it a genuine village character. The surrounding Goulburn Valley is famous for its fruit orchards and food production, with the iconic SPC food processing facility located nearby in Shepparton, reflecting the area's deep agricultural heritage.

Ardmona falls under postcode 3629 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3629
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.29°, 145.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.21 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Shepparton ~20 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
~2 hr from Shepparton Station (Shepparton Line)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Midland Highway provides access to Shepparton where V/Line trains run to Melbourne

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited walkability; vehicle needed for most trips; some local amenities within the village

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Ardmona.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
497
▲ 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

Where is Ardmona located? +

Ardmona is located approximately 10 km west of Shepparton in the Goulburn Valley of central Victoria, within the City of Greater Shepparton.

What is Ardmona historically known for? +

Ardmona is notable as the site of Victoria's first irrigated settlement, established in 1886 by a private syndicate that subdivided the McDonald farm for irrigated horticulture.

What schools are in Ardmona? +

Ardmona has a government primary school — Ardmona Primary School — serving the local community.

How far is Ardmona from Melbourne? +

Ardmona is approximately 185 km north of Melbourne, about a 2-hour drive via the Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway, or around 2 hours by V/Line train from nearby Shepparton Station.

What is the population of Ardmona? +

Ardmona had a population of 497 people according to the 2021 Census.