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Mia Mia

VIC 3444 • Victoria

213
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
152.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHeathcote Wine Region

About Mia Mia

Mia Mia is a small rural locality in central Victoria, situated approximately 119 kilometres north of Melbourne and 56 kilometres south-east of Bendigo. Spanning around 152 square kilometres of open farming country, it falls within both the City of Greater Bendigo and the Shire of Mitchell local government areas. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 213 residents, Mia Mia is a dispersed broadacre locality characterised by cattle and sheep grazing properties across gently rolling hills.

Mia Mia sits within the renowned Heathcote wine region, and a number of vineyards in the locality produce Shiraz grapes from the ancient Cambrian soils for which Heathcote is celebrated. The town of Heathcote, approximately 19 kilometres to the north-east, and Kyneton, around 35 kilometres to the south-west, serve as the nearest centres for shopping, dining, and services. The locality offers a genuinely rural lifestyle with outstanding wine country scenery, appealing to those seeking space and serenity within reasonable reach of Melbourne via the Calder Freeway.

Mia Mia falls under postcode 3444 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3444
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.17°, 144.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
152.20 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyneton Railway Station
35 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Heathcote / Kyneton N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
119 km
By Train
Drive to Kyneton station (35 km), then V/Line to Southern Cross (approx. 1 hr 30 min total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Calder Freeway; a car is essential; Kyneton is the most practical rail connection

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mia Mia is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
213
▲ 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 Mia Mia known for? +

Mia Mia is part of the prestigious Heathcote wine region, known for producing exceptional Shiraz from ancient Cambrian soils. The locality is characterised by broadacre farming — predominantly cattle and sheep — across a scenic landscape of open hills and vineyards.

How far is Mia Mia from Melbourne? +

Mia Mia is approximately 119 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, roughly a 1 hour 15 minute to 1 hour 45 minute drive via the Calder Freeway.

Does Mia Mia have public transport? +

Mia Mia has no public transport service. A car is essential for all daily needs. The nearest railway station is Kyneton, approximately 35 kilometres to the south-west, providing V/Line services to Melbourne.

What is the population of Mia Mia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mia Mia has a population of approximately 213 residents spread across a large area of around 152 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Mia Mia a good place to live? +

Mia Mia suits those who embrace a quiet, rural lifestyle with space and natural beauty. Its location within the celebrated Heathcote wine region adds a distinctive lifestyle dimension, and Melbourne is accessible via the Calder Freeway for those who can manage the commute or work remotely.

What is the postcode for Mia Mia? +

The postcode for Mia Mia, VIC is 3444.