Echuca West
VIC 3564 • Victoria
About Echuca West
Echuca West is a residential locality on the western fringe of Echuca, a historic river port town on the Murray River in northern Victoria, approximately 214 km north of Melbourne. The area sits within the Shire of Campaspe and shares the postcode 3564 with central Echuca, forming part of the broader Echuca urban area which has a population of around 15,000. Like the rest of Echuca, Echuca West enjoys a warm continental climate with hot summers and cool winters. The suburb is largely low-density residential, bordered by agricultural land and the Campaspe Shire hinterland.
Echuca West offers an affordable entry point into the Echuca property market, with residents benefiting from Echuca's well-developed amenity base including schools, hospital, and the iconic historic Port of Echuca precinct on the Murray River. The Murray River draws visitors and residents alike for paddlesteamer cruises, water sports, fishing, and riverside dining. The nearby Moama (NSW) across the river adds a second commercial and entertainment strip. Echuca is a popular tree-change and retirement destination, and Echuca West appeals to families and first homebuyers seeking larger blocks at affordable prices.
Echuca West falls under postcode 3564 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- V/Line regional coach — Bendigo / Melbourne Bendigo ~1.5 hrs, Melbourne ~3 hrs
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Echuca station provides V/Line services to Melbourne via Bendigo. Echuca West is a short drive from the station.
Some footpaths connect to central Echuca services, but most destinations require a short car trip.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Eyre Street
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Crofton Street
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High Street
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20-50 Butcher Street
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Mckenzie Street
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High Street South
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189 Echuca West School Road
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29 Rose Street
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21 Dickson Street
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Percy Street