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Moonambel

VIC 3478 • Victoria

185
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
63.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine CountryPeacefulAgricultural

About Moonambel

Moonambel is a small town in the Pyrenees Shire of western Victoria, situated along the Stawell-Avoca Road approximately 220 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Home to around 185 residents across a locality of over 63 square kilometres, it sits at the heart of the Pyrenees wine region — one of Victoria's most respected cool-climate wine-producing areas. The town has a modest median income reflective of its rural economy, with housing largely comprising traditional rural residential properties and farming homesteads.

Moonambel is best known for the cluster of boutique wineries and cellar doors that have established the Pyrenees as a destination for wine tourism, with producers such as Summerfield Wines drawing visitors from across the state. The nearby town of Avoca, around 15 kilometres to the east, provides schools, shops, and community services. Life in Moonambel revolves around viticulture, agriculture, and the unhurried pace of country Victoria, offering a distinctive lifestyle for those passionate about wine country living.

Moonambel falls under postcode 3478 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3478
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 143.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.13 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Avoca / Maryborough Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Maryborough (~40 km) for Maryborough Line trains
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Sunraysia Highway and Western Highway provide regional road links; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services in the town itself; Avoca (~15 km) is the closest service hub

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
185
▲ 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 Moonambel known for? +

Moonambel is known for being at the heart of the Pyrenees wine region, one of Victoria's most acclaimed cool-climate wine areas. Local producers including Summerfield Wines have helped put the area on the map for wine enthusiasts and cellar door visitors.

How far is Moonambel from Melbourne? +

Moonambel is approximately 220 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Western or Sunraysia Highways.

Does Moonambel have public transport? +

Moonambel has no train or regular bus service. The nearest rail connection is Maryborough, approximately 40 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for living in or visiting Moonambel.

What is the population of Moonambel? +

The 2021 Census recorded Moonambel's population at approximately 185 residents across over 63 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a small rural wine country settlement in the Pyrenees Shire.

Is Moonambel a good place to live? +

Moonambel is ideal for those who love the wine country lifestyle — surrounded by vineyards, cellar doors, and the quiet beauty of the Pyrenees region. The nearby town of Avoca provides most everyday services.

What is the postcode for Moonambel? +

The postcode for Moonambel, VIC is 3478.