Kyneton
VIC 3444 • Rest of VIC
About Kyneton
Kyneton is a historic town in the Macedon Ranges Shire of Victoria, located approximately 90 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. With a population of around 7,510 (2021 Census), it is one of the larger towns in the Macedon Ranges and serves as a regional hub for surrounding rural communities. The town sits at an elevation of about 500 metres on the volcanic plains, straddling the Campaspe River. Kyneton has a rich gold rush heritage, with many well-preserved 19th-century bluestone buildings lining its main street.
Kyneton has reinvented itself as a food, wine, and arts destination, with acclaimed restaurants, farmers' markets, and boutique shops along Piper Street. The town offers excellent schools, a hospital, sporting clubs, and a vibrant community arts scene. Its direct V/Line rail connection to Melbourne (about 1 hour 6 minutes to Southern Cross) makes it increasingly popular with commuters seeking a tree-change lifestyle. Kyneton attracts creative professionals, young families, retirees, and weekend visitors drawn to the Macedon Ranges' natural beauty and cool-climate produce.
Kyneton falls under postcode 3444 and is governed by Macedon Ranges Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- V/Line Coach — Castlemaine / Bendigo 20-45 min
- Local town bus — Kyneton town circuit 10-15 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Direct V/Line train service to Southern Cross Station. Popular tree-change commuter town.
The town centre around Piper Street and High Street is walkable with shops, cafes, and the station nearby, but outer areas are semi-rural.
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths7-11 Jennings Street Kyneton 3444 VIC
Schools
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Baynton Street
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Epping Street
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43-47 Edgecombe Street
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94 High Street
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38 Redesdale Road
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Government Road
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Clowes Street
Housing 2021 Census
67 state housing + 25 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 313
- 2. New Zealand 125
- 3. Taiwan 60
- 4. Scotland 43
- 5. Philippines 41
- 6. India 38
- 7. South Africa 32
- 8. Germany 30
- 9. United States 28
- 10. Ireland 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)