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Benalla

VIC 3672 • Rest of VIC

10,822
Population (2021)
$33,540
Median Income
315.30 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
Regional CentreArts & CultureCountry LivingAffordable

About Benalla

Benalla is a regional city 200 kilometres northeast of Melbourne on the Hume Highway, positioned at the gateway to the High Country. With around 10,000 residents, it serves as a commercial and cultural hub for surrounding rural areas. V/Line services connect to Melbourne, making occasional commuting possible.

The arts define Benalla—the Benalla Art Gallery punches well above its weight, hosting significant Australian works. Lake Benalla provides waterfront recreation, while the botanical gardens and heritage streetscapes add character. Benalla attracts arts-loving retirees, tree-changers, and those seeking affordable regional living with genuine cultural offerings.

Benalla falls under postcode 3672 and is governed by Benalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3672
Urban Area
Benalla
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.57°, 146.01°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
315.30 km²
Elevation
177m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Carrier Street Bennalla 3672 VIC
  • Woolworths
    49-59 Smythe St Benalla 3672 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,253
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.2%

214 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,330
Census 2021
10,822
▲ 4.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,924
Income 2021
$33,540
▲ 20.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 8,806
Born Overseas 1,058

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 264
  • 2. India 107
  • 3. Germany 80
  • 4. New Zealand 75
  • 5. Philippines 48
  • 6. Netherlands 43
  • 7. Scotland 38
  • 8. Ireland 34
  • 9. China 26
  • 10. United States 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,625
Australian 4,281
Irish 1,517
Scottish 1,386
German 524
Italian 271
Australian Aboriginal 197
Dutch 189
Indian 90
Chinese 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

7,566
Both parents born in Australia
1,375
Both parents born overseas
926
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.4%
No Religion
42.3%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
506 (4.7%)
5-14 years
1,006 (9.3%)
15-19 years
551 (5.1%)
20-24 years
492 (4.5%)
25-34 years
1,114 (10.3%)
35-44 years
987 (9.1%)
45-54 years
1,209 (11.2%)
55-64 years
1,602 (14.8%)
65-74 years
1,673 (15.5%)
75-84 years
1,148 (10.6%)
85+ years
524 (4.8%)

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