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Edi Upper

VIC 3678 • Victoria

109
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
156.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietWine RegionSemi-Rural

About Edi Upper

Edi Upper is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria, nestled in the upper reaches of the King Valley on the edge of the Black Range within the Alpine Shire. Located approximately 43 kilometres south of Wangaratta and around 220 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, the locality sits along Black Range Creek, a tributary of the King River. With a population of 109 at the 2021 Census across more than 156 square kilometres, Edi Upper is a quiet, sparsely settled farming community.

The King Valley is a renowned food and wine region, and Edi Upper's fertile river flats have historically supported tobacco and hop growing, with beef and dairy farming now the predominant land uses. The locality has a primary school, church, hall and tennis courts that serve as focal points for the close-knit community. Residents rely on the nearby townships of Whitfield and Wangaratta for most services, while the broader King Valley Wine Region and Victoria's alpine country offer outstanding scenic and recreational opportunities including cycling, wine touring and bushwalking.

Edi Upper falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the Wangaratta Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wangaratta
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
156.13 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta
43 km
N/A — requires car

Bus Services

  • Victoria Regional Bus (Cheshunt–Wangaratta) — Wangaratta Approx. 50 min (from Edi area)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta (~43km), then V/Line train to Southern Cross approx. 2h 50min
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2h 45min - 3h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2h 30min - 2h 45min

🛣️ Regional bus (PTV) connects Edi area to Wangaratta on select days; V/Line train from Wangaratta to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no walkable shops or services; private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
260.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 26.2%
Motor vehicle theft
131.8 / 100k
2yr Up 36.4% 10yr Up 98.4%
Non-FV assault
280.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 16.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.8 / 100k
2yr Down 25.2% 10yr Down 29.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wangaratta →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
109
▲ 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 Edi Upper known for? +

Edi Upper is known for its fertile King Valley farming country, with a history of tobacco and hop growing that has transitioned to beef and dairy farming. The locality sits within the celebrated King Valley Wine Region of north-east Victoria, with numerous cellar doors and food producers nearby.

How far is Edi Upper from Melbourne? +

Edi Upper is approximately 220 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, around a 2.5–3 hour drive. Wangaratta, the nearest regional city, is about 43 kilometres north and offers V/Line train connections to Melbourne.

Does Edi Upper have public transport? +

A PTV Victoria Regional Bus service (Cheshunt–Wangaratta) provides limited connections from the Edi area to Wangaratta, operating on select weekdays. From Wangaratta, V/Line trains run to Melbourne. A private vehicle is the most practical transport option for residents.

What is the population of Edi Upper? +

According to the 2021 Census, Edi Upper has a population of 109 residents across approximately 156 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled locality in the Alpine Shire of north-east Victoria.

Is Edi Upper a good place to live? +

Edi Upper offers a tranquil rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most scenic and productive farming valleys, ideal for those who value space, nature and a small community feel. The King Valley's wine and food scene adds a distinctive lifestyle dimension, though residents must travel to Whitfield or Wangaratta for most everyday services.

What is the postcode for Edi Upper? +

The postcode for Edi Upper, Victoria is 3678, shared with neighbouring Edi and several other King Valley localities.

Is Edi Upper a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Edi Upper is part of the Wangaratta 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.