Clydesdale
VIC 3461 • Victoria
About Clydesdale
Clydesdale is a small rural locality in central Victoria's Shire of Hepburn, situated approximately 130 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 25 kilometres south-west of Castlemaine. With a population of around 58 at the 2016 census, it is a quiet hamlet in the rolling goldfields countryside between the larger townships of Castlemaine and Newstead. The area forms part of the broader Daylesford–Macedon Ranges tourism region, characterised by historic bluestone buildings and eucalypt-studded hills.
Clydesdale's community hall stands as a focal point for local social life and reflects the locality's deep goldfields heritage. The surrounding countryside offers scenic drives, bushwalking, and proximity to the creative and food culture of Castlemaine and Daylesford. It attracts tree-changers, artists, and small-scale farmers who value the tranquil lifestyle and strong sense of regional identity in central Victoria.
Clydesdale falls under postcode 3461 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Local school bus only — Castlemaine ~30 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Castlemaine (~27 km away) provides the nearest V/Line train service on the Bendigo line. Primarily a car-dependent community.
Small rural hamlet with no shops or services within walking distance; all daily needs require a drive to Castlemaine or Newstead.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bullarto South Road
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11 Perrins Street
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Lauriston Road
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Main Road
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Rmb 2430