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Markwood

VIC 3678 • Victoria

230
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
44.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulWine CountrySemi-Rural

About Markwood

Markwood is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated approximately 230 kilometres north-east of Melbourne within the Rural City of Wangaratta. The locality covers around 44 square kilometres of gently undulating agricultural land in the King Valley foothills and has a population of approximately 230. It forms part of the broader Wangaratta region, known for its wineries, food culture, and scenic mountain ranges.

Markwood's landscape is dominated by mixed farming, orchards, and vineyards typical of the fertile King Valley corridor. The township of Wangaratta, approximately 10 kilometres away, provides residents with access to shops, schools, hospitals, and the Wangaratta railway station on the Melbourne–Albury line. The King Valley is renowned for its Italian-inspired food and wine producers, including some of Victoria's most celebrated small wineries. Markwood suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of north-east Victoria's most scenic and productive agricultural regions.

Markwood falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.13 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Station
10 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Wangaratta Variable

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
Approx. 2h 45min from Wangaratta Station via Melbourne–Albury V/Line to Southern Cross
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min – 3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 20min – 2h 45min

🛣️ Hume Freeway provides main road access; private car needed for all local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services exist within the locality; residents travel to Wangaratta for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
230
▲ 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 Markwood known for? +

Markwood is known for its position in the scenic King Valley agricultural corridor in north-east Victoria, close to Wangaratta. The surrounding region is celebrated for boutique wineries, Italian-inspired food producers, and fruit orchards.

How far is Markwood from Melbourne CBD? +

Markwood is approximately 230 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Hume Freeway.

Does Markwood have public transport? +

Markwood has no local public transport. The nearest V/Line rail service is at Wangaratta Station, approximately 10 kilometres away, offering connections to Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in around 2 hours 45 minutes.

What is the population of Markwood? +

Markwood has a population of approximately 230 residents as of the 2021 Census, spread across a 44 square kilometre rural area in the Rural City of Wangaratta.

Is Markwood a good place to live? +

Markwood is well suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in north-east Victoria's King Valley region. It offers scenic beauty, proximity to Wangaratta's services, and easy access to the region's acclaimed food and wine scene.

What is the postcode for Markwood? +

The postcode for Markwood, VIC is 3678.