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Jeparit

VIC 3423 • Victoria

476
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
716.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRemoteAgricultural

About Jeparit

Jeparit is a small town on the Wimmera River in north-western Victoria, located approximately 370 kilometres north-west of Melbourne within the Hindmarsh Shire local government area. With a 2021 Census population of 476, the town is the principal settlement of a vast locality spanning around 716 square kilometres of Wimmera wheat belt and grazing country. Jeparit holds an important place in Australian history as the birthplace of Sir Robert Menzies, Australia's longest-serving Prime Minister and founder of the Liberal Party of Australia.

Visitors to Jeparit can see the Menzies memorial spire in the town square, erected by the local community in his honour. The town's main street (Roy Street) features essential local services, and the Jeparit Golf Club and Southern Mallee Thunder football and netball club help sustain community life. Nearby Lake Hindmarsh, the largest freshwater lake in Victoria when full, provides a natural focal point for the district. Most residents travel to Horsham (73 kilometres south) for a fuller range of shopping, healthcare, and schooling, while the Wimmera landscape offers wide-open skies and a peaceful way of life characteristic of regional Victoria.

Jeparit falls under postcode 3423 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3423
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.13°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
716.22 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Very limited regional coach services — Horsham Approx. 50-60 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Dimboola (~38km south) with infrequent Adelaide–Melbourne services
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hours to Melbourne
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hours to Melbourne

🛣️ Horsham (73km south) is the main regional service centre; accessed via Western Highway (A8)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Basic essentials may be available in town but most services and shopping require driving to Horsham or other larger centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
476
▲ 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 Jeparit known for? +

Jeparit is best known as the birthplace of Sir Robert Menzies, Australia's longest-serving Prime Minister and founder of the Liberal Party. The town honours him with a memorial spire in the town square. Jeparit is also notable for its position on the Wimmera River and proximity to Lake Hindmarsh, Victoria's largest freshwater lake when full.

How far is Jeparit from Melbourne? +

Jeparit is approximately 370 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, making it a drive of around 4 to 5 hours. Horsham, the nearest major service centre, is 73 kilometres to the south.

Does Jeparit have public transport? +

Jeparit has no direct train or regular bus service. The nearest railway station is at Dimboola, approximately 38 kilometres south, with very infrequent Adelaide–Melbourne services. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Jeparit? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jeparit had a population of 476 residents. The town is the main settlement within a large Wimmera locality covering some 716 square kilometres.

Is Jeparit a good place to live? +

Jeparit suits those who appreciate a quiet, close-knit rural lifestyle in the open Wimmera landscape. The town has a strong sense of community identity, a golf club, and local sport through the Southern Mallee Thunder. Residents who need larger-town services travel to Horsham, approximately an hour's drive south.

What is the postcode for Jeparit? +

The postcode for Jeparit is 3423, covering the town and its surrounding rural locality in north-western Victoria.