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Kerang

VIC 3579 • Rest of VIC

3,960
Population (2021)
$29,796
Median Income
146.61 km²
Area
77m
Elevation
RuralIrrigation DistrictBirdwatchingCountry LivingHeritage

About Kerang

Kerang is a historic country town on the Loddon River in north-central Victoria, located 277 kilometres northwest of Melbourne in the Gannawarra Shire. With a population of around 4,000, it serves as the commercial heart of an irrigation district supporting livestock, horticulture, and grain farming. The town sits at 78 metres elevation and experiences a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters.

Life in Kerang revolves around agriculture and the surrounding wetlands—the area boasts some of the world's largest ibis rookeries and Ramsar-listed lakes that draw birdwatchers year-round. The town is home to Australia's largest solar and battery farm, bringing new economic opportunities. Kerang attracts farming families, retirees seeking affordable country living, and those who appreciate the tight-knit community, heritage pubs, and genuine rural Australian character far from city pressures.

Kerang falls under postcode 3579 and is governed by Gannawarra Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3579
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Gannawarra
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.72°, 143.95°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
146.61 km²
Elevation
77m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kerang Station
0 km
0 min

Bus Services

  • V/Line Coach — Bendigo, Melbourne (Southern Cross) 5h to Melbourne
  • V/Line Coach — Swan Hill, Mildura 1h to Swan Hill
  • Dysons 3579 — Echuca Regional

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
277 km
By Train
3h 45min (V/Line via Bendigo)
By Bus
5h (coach via Bendigo)
By Car (Peak)
3h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h

🛣️ Regional town; most residents work locally in agriculture, healthcare, or education

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre walkable with shops, cafes, and services along main street; car needed for surrounding farms and wetlands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    12 Nolan Street Kerang 3579 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,893
Census 2021
3,960
▲ 1.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,104
Income 2021
$29,796
▲ 14.1% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,419
Born Overseas 224

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 63
  • 2. Philippines 25
  • 3. South Africa 21
  • 4. India 14
  • 5. New Zealand 14
  • 6. Netherlands 7
  • 7. United States 7
  • 8. Greece 6
  • 9. Italy 5
  • 10. Nepal 5
  • 11. Scotland 5
  • 12. Germany 4
  • 13. Pakistan 4
  • 14. Brazil 3
  • 15. China 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,802
Australian 1,714
Scottish 468
Irish 423
German 171
Australian Aboriginal 135
Italian 79
Dutch 41
Filipino 27
Greek 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,048
Both parents born in Australia
339
Both parents born overseas
255
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.4%
No Religion
39.3%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
201 (5.1%)
5-14 years
454 (11.5%)
15-19 years
179 (4.5%)
20-24 years
174 (4.4%)
25-34 years
346 (8.7%)
35-44 years
381 (9.6%)
45-54 years
434 (11.0%)
55-64 years
580 (14.6%)
65-74 years
612 (15.5%)
75-84 years
401 (10.1%)
85+ years
215 (5.4%)

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