McKenzie Creek

VIC 3401 • Victoria

140
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
37.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-DependentSemi-Rural

About McKenzie Creek

McKenzie Creek is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Horsham, in Victoria's Grampians region, situated approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Named after the McKenzie Creek waterway that flows through the area, it covers about 37 square kilometres of largely agricultural land typical of the Wimmera district. With a population of around 140 residents, the locality has a quiet, dispersed character common to farming communities of western Victoria.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by broad acre cropping and pastoral grazing, with the region known for its wheat and sheep production. Residents rely on the nearby city of Horsham — roughly 15 to 20 kilometres away — for shopping, health services, schools, and community facilities. Like most small Wimmera localities, McKenzie Creek suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a close connection to the land.

McKenzie Creek falls under postcode 3401 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3401
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.88°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.41 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Horsham Approx 20-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest regional services depart from Horsham with no regular passenger rail to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 15 min – 3 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) provides the main road connection to Melbourne via Ballarat

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no footpaths, shops, or services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
140
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 McKenzie Creek known for? +

McKenzie Creek is a small Wimmera farming locality known for its broad acre cropping and pastoral grazing. The locality takes its name from the McKenzie Creek waterway and is characteristic of the agricultural communities that make up the Rural City of Horsham.

How far is McKenzie Creek from Melbourne? +

McKenzie Creek is approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway through Ballarat and Ararat.

Does McKenzie Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving McKenzie Creek. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with the city of Horsham being the nearest service centre approximately 15 to 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of McKenzie Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, McKenzie Creek has a population of approximately 140 residents spread across roughly 37 square kilometres of agricultural land.

Is McKenzie Creek a good place to live? +

McKenzie Creek suits people who value a genuine rural lifestyle in the Wimmera region of western Victoria. It offers wide open spaces, a quiet farming community atmosphere, and proximity to Horsham for essential services, but requires a car for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for McKenzie Creek? +

McKenzie Creek has the postcode 3401, which it shares with the nearby city of Horsham and surrounding Wimmera localities.