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Coomboona

VIC 3629 • Victoria

134
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
50.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietFamily-FriendlyCar-Dependent

About Coomboona

Coomboona is a small rural locality in the Greater Shepparton local government area in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley, situated approximately 170 kilometres north of Melbourne and around 20 kilometres south-west of Shepparton. With a population of 134 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers roughly 50 square kilometres of flat irrigated agricultural land along the Goulburn River floodplain. The area is characterised by the productive fruit, vegetable, and dairy farming typical of the Goulburn Valley region.

Coomboona is a tight-knit farming community anchored by the Coomboona Primary School, which serves the local and surrounding rural area. Shepparton provides the nearest major services including hospitals, secondary schools, retail, and dining. The Goulburn Valley Highway connects the locality to Shepparton and, further north, to regional centres including Echuca and Cobram. A private vehicle is required for daily life, though Shepparton’s V/Line rail connection to Melbourne is accessible within a short drive.

Coomboona 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
50.20 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
20 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No local bus service to Coomboona — V/Line from Shepparton to Melbourne Approx. 2 hr to Melbourne (from Shepparton)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Shepparton Station (20 km), then V/Line to Southern Cross (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Access via Goulburn Valley Highway (B400). Shepparton is the nearest regional centre with full services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Coomboona is a rural farming locality with only a primary school locally; all other services and shopping require a car trip to Shepparton.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
134
▲ 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 Coomboona known for? +

Coomboona is a quiet Goulburn Valley farming locality known for its irrigated agriculture, including fruit, vegetable, and dairy production. The Coomboona Primary School serves the local farming community and surrounding rural area.

How far is Coomboona from Melbourne? +

Coomboona is approximately 170 kilometres north of Melbourne, a drive of around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes via the Hume Freeway and Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Coomboona have public transport? +

Coomboona itself has no local bus or rail service. The nearest train station is Shepparton (approximately 20 km away), which has V/Line services to Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Coomboona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coomboona has a population of 134 residents, living across around 50 square kilometres of Goulburn Valley agricultural land.

Is Coomboona a good place to live? +

Coomboona offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with the agricultural richness of the Goulburn Valley and easy access to Shepparton’s full range of services. It suits farming families and those who prefer a quiet country setting within reasonable reach of a regional city.

What is the postcode for Coomboona? +

The postcode for Coomboona, Victoria is 3629.