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Dookie College

VIC 3647 • Victoria

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.50 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralUniversity TownAgricultural

About Dookie College

Dookie College is a small rural locality in northern Victoria, situated approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Dookie within the Moira Shire or Strathbogie Shire area. Covering around 16.5 square kilometres, it is notable as the historical home of the Dookie Agricultural College — now the University of Melbourne's Dookie Campus — one of Victoria's oldest agricultural training institutions. The 2021 Census recorded approximately 51 residents, reflecting the locality's small, campus-centred community set within the rolling farming country of the Strathbogie foothills.

The University of Melbourne's Dookie Campus focuses on agricultural science and farm management education, giving the locality a unique educational character among the surrounding farming landscape. Shepparton and Benalla are the nearest regional service centres, providing retail, healthcare, and education facilities within a 45-60 minute drive. Dookie College suits those with a connection to agricultural education, rural research, or the farming community of north-central Victoria.

Dookie College falls under postcode 3647 and is governed by the Greater Shepparton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3647
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Shepparton
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.39°, 145.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.50 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Shepparton Station
45 km
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Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
V/Line from Shepparton to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 2 hr 15 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 10 min - 2 hr 40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min - 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Access via Goulburn Valley Highway; Shepparton is the nearest major service centre and rail town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dookie College is a small campus community with minimal local services; a private vehicle is essential for reaching shops and facilities in Shepparton or Benalla.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Greater Shepparton Local Government Area, which contains Dookie College. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.8%
Motor vehicle theft
341.7 / 100k
2yr Up 92.0% 10yr Up 49.2%
Non-FV assault
473.5 / 100k
2yr Up 11.4% 10yr Up 34.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
1.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
696.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence subgroups for Greater Shepparton →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dookie College known for? +

Dookie College is known as the home of the University of Melbourne's Dookie Agricultural Campus, one of Victoria's oldest agricultural training institutions, set within the productive farming country of northern Victoria.

How far is Dookie College from Shepparton? +

Dookie College is approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Shepparton, typically a 40 to 55 minute drive via Goulburn Valley roads.

Does Dookie College have public transport? +

There is no public transport at Dookie College. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Shepparton (approximately 45 km), with trains connecting to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

What is the population of Dookie College? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dookie College has a population of approximately 51 residents, primarily associated with the University of Melbourne's agricultural campus.

Is Dookie College a good place to live? +

Dookie College suits those involved in agricultural education or research at the University of Melbourne campus, or those seeking a very quiet rural setting in north-central Victoria's farming country.

What is the postcode for Dookie College? +

The postcode for Dookie College, VIC is 3647.

Is Dookie College a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dookie College is part of the Greater Shepparton LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.