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Gapsted

VIC 3737 • Victoria

156
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
53.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine CountryAgriculturalPeaceful

About Gapsted

Gapsted is a small rural locality in the Alpine Shire of north-east Victoria, situated approximately 288 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and around 15 kilometres south of Wangaratta in the productive Ovens Valley. Covering some 54 square kilometres of the Alpine Valleys wine region, the locality encompasses gently undulating farmland and vineyard country set against the backdrop of the Victorian Alps. At the 2021 Census, Gapsted had a population of 156 residents, with a below-average median household income that reflects the largely agricultural and small-scale rural economy of the area.

Gapsted is perhaps best known as home to the Gapsted Estate, a celebrated boutique winery and hospitality venue that draws visitors to the Ovens Valley's renowned food and wine corridor. The broader Milawa–Gapsted district forms part of Victoria's Alpine Valleys wine country, sitting alongside the Brown Brothers winery at nearby Milawa and numerous other cellar doors that attract visitors year-round. Residents enjoy peaceful rural surroundings with the regional services of Wangaratta — including hospitals, schools, and shopping — within a short drive, and outstanding access to alpine tourism via the King Valley and Mount Buffalo National Park.

Gapsted falls under postcode 3737 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3737
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.55°, 146.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.83 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Station
15 km
N/A – drive required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Wangaratta / regional centres 20-30 min to Wangaratta

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
288 km
By Train
Drive to Wangaratta Station (~15 km); V/Line to Melbourne Southern Cross (~2.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs via Hume Freeway / M31
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.5-3 hrs via Hume Freeway / M31

🛣️ Located in the Alpine Valleys wine region; Wangaratta provides the nearest regional services and rail connection

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural wine country locality with no walkable retail or services; all errands require a car to reach Wangaratta or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
156
▲ 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 Gapsted known for? +

Gapsted is best known for Gapsted Estate, a boutique winery and hospitality venue that has become one of the Alpine Valleys' most recognised cellar doors. The locality sits within the broader Milawa–Ovens Valley wine corridor in north-east Victoria, close to the Brown Brothers winery at nearby Milawa.

How far is Gapsted from Melbourne? +

Gapsted is approximately 288 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a drive of around two-and-a-half to three hours via the Hume Freeway and Ovens Valley roads.

Does Gapsted have public transport? +

Gapsted has limited local bus services, with the nearest train connection at Wangaratta Station approximately 15 kilometres to the north on the V/Line Melbourne–Albury regional line. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Gapsted? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gapsted had a population of 156 people across its 60 dwellings, spread across a rural area of approximately 54 square kilometres in the Alpine Shire of Victoria.

Is Gapsted a good place to live? +

Gapsted offers a quiet rural lifestyle in one of Victoria's most scenic and celebrated wine regions, ideal for those who appreciate the Alpine Valleys environment and don't mind the distance from Melbourne. The nearby regional city of Wangaratta provides everyday services, while world-class wineries, the King Valley, and alpine tourism are on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Gapsted? +

The postcode for Gapsted VIC is 3737, which covers a number of small localities in the Alpine Shire of north-east Victoria.