Malmsbury
VIC 3446 • Victoria
About Malmsbury
Malmsbury is a historic township in central Victoria, situated approximately 95 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and 11 kilometres from the larger service town of Kyneton, within the Shire of Macedon Ranges local government area. Set at an elevation of 462 metres on the Old Calder Highway beside the Coliban River, the locality recorded a population of 905 at the 2021 Census across a 36 square kilometre area. Malmsbury is celebrated for its significant heritage bluestone architecture, including the distinctive colonial-era Malmsbury Viaduct and stone buildings that evoke the town's gold rush history.
Malmsbury offers a peaceful village lifestyle surrounded by rolling pastoral countryside typical of the Macedon Ranges, with the Malmsbury Reservoir providing a scenic backdrop for walking and picnicking. The heritage-listed railway station provides direct V/Line train connections to Melbourne and Bendigo, making the township increasingly attractive to those seeking rural lifestyle properties within commuting reach of the city. Kyneton's cafes, restaurants, schools, and shops are just 11 kilometres away, and the broader Macedon Ranges region offers boutique wineries, farmers' markets, and natural reserves for year-round exploration.
Malmsbury falls under postcode 3446 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited local services — Kyneton 15-20 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Access via Calder Highway. V/Line train services connect to Melbourne and Bendigo.
The village centre has limited services; a car is needed for most errands, though the train station provides good rail access to Melbourne and Bendigo.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cameron Street