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Majorca

VIC 3465 • Victoria

198
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
69.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalHeritageAffordable

About Majorca

Majorca is a small rural locality in central Victoria's historic goldfields region, situated within the Shire of Central Goldfields approximately 171 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 11 kilometres south of the regional town of Maryborough. The locality was founded in 1863 following a gold discovery at nearby McCallum's Creek — towards the end of the Victorian gold rush — and at its peak had hundreds of stores and a population of several thousand. Today, with a 2021 Census population of 198 spread across nearly 70 square kilometres, Majorca is a quiet pastoral community with a median postcode income of around $38,500.

Residents enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle amid classic Victorian goldfields scenery — undulating paddocks, scattered eucalypts, and remnants of gold rush earthworks — with the town of Maryborough just 11 kilometres to the north providing access to supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and the Maryborough railway station. The broader Central Goldfields region has attracted growing interest from tree-changers and heritage tourism visitors drawn to its gold rush history, and nearby Talbot hosts a popular monthly farmers' market. Majorca itself retains a quiet, authentic character, appealing to those seeking affordable rural space within a couple of hours of Melbourne.

Majorca falls under postcode 3465 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3465
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.02°, 143.61°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.78 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough Station
11 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services via Maryborough — Melbourne (Southern Cross Station) Approx. 2.5–3 hr from Maryborough

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
171 km
By Train
Drive to Maryborough (~11 km), then V/Line train to Melbourne Southern Cross (~2.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75–2 hr

🛣️ Calder Freeway / Midland Highway provide main access to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Majorca has no local retail or services; all errands require a drive to Maryborough or other nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
198
▲ 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 Majorca known for? +

Majorca is known for its origins in the Victorian gold rush, having been founded in 1863 after prospectors struck gold at nearby McCallum's Creek. The locality is part of the Central Goldfields region, which features significant gold rush heritage across the landscape.

How far is Majorca from Melbourne? +

Majorca is approximately 171 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, making it about a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Calder Freeway and Midland Highway.

Does Majorca have public transport? +

Majorca itself has no public transport. The nearest rail services are at Maryborough, approximately 11 kilometres to the north, where V/Line trains connect to Melbourne Southern Cross. A car is needed to reach the station.

What is the population of Majorca? +

According to the 2021 Census, Majorca has a population of 198 residents. The population has declined significantly from around 387 at the 2006 Census, reflecting ongoing rural depopulation in the Central Goldfields region.

Is Majorca a good place to live? +

Majorca appeals to those seeking affordable rural land with a rich sense of history, within easy reach of Maryborough's services and a couple of hours from Melbourne. It suits self-sufficient households who value space, quiet, and the character of Victoria's goldfields country.

What is the postcode for Majorca? +

The postcode for Majorca is 3465.