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Inglewood

VIC 3517 • Victoria

886
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
106.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricHeritageRuralAgricultural

About Inglewood

Inglewood is a historic town in the Shire of Loddon in central Victoria, situated on the Calder Highway approximately 185 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 45 kilometres north-west of Bendigo. With a population of 886 at the 2021 census, it is a small but characterful rural community set at an elevation of 149 metres in the Central Goldfields region. The town covers a large locality area of around 107 square kilometres amid Victoria's dry farming and goldfields country.

Inglewood is best known as the home of Australia's largest eucalyptus oil distillery, Bosisto's, and the only Eucalyptus Distillery Museum in the country — a unique heritage attraction that draws visitors from across the state. The town was a significant gold mining centre during the Victorian Gold Rush of the 1850s and 1860s, and its heritage streetscape along Brooke Street reflects that storied past. Today Inglewood is a quiet rural community serving the surrounding farming district, with local hotels, a primary school, and basic services, while Bendigo provides the nearest major retail and healthcare hub.

Inglewood falls under postcode 3517 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3517
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.48°, 143.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
106.69 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services (limited) — Bendigo and Melbourne via Calder Highway Approx 45-50 min to Bendigo

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Bendigo (~45 km) then Bendigo Line (~2 hr to Southern Cross)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Calder Highway (C79) is the main route; Bendigo is the regional hub for services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural town with a walkable main street for basic needs but most errands and services require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
886
▲ 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 Inglewood known for? +

Inglewood is renowned as the home of Bosisto's Eucalyptus Oil Distillery — Australia's largest — and the only Eucalyptus Distillery Museum in the country. The town also has a rich gold mining heritage from the Victorian Gold Rush of the 1850s and 1860s, and its historic streetscape reflects that era.

How far is Inglewood from Bendigo? +

Inglewood is approximately 45 kilometres north-west of Bendigo, a drive of around 35-45 minutes via the Calder Highway and local roads.

Does Inglewood have public transport? +

Inglewood has limited V/Line coach services connecting it to Bendigo and Melbourne via the Calder Highway corridor. There is no railway station in the town; the nearest is Bendigo, approximately 45 kilometres away.

What is the population of Inglewood? +

At the 2021 census, Inglewood had a population of 886 residents, making it a small but established rural community in Victoria's Central Goldfields region.

Is Inglewood a good place to live? +

Inglewood offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with a strong sense of heritage and community. It suits those who appreciate quiet country living, historic surroundings, and a close-knit town, though a car is essential and Bendigo provides the nearest major services.

What is the postcode for Inglewood? +

The postcode for Inglewood, Victoria is 3517.