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Moonlight Flat (Mount Alexander - Vic.)

VIC 3450 • Victoria

81
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricHeritageVillage FeelSemi-Rural

About Moonlight Flat (Mount Alexander - Vic.)

Moonlight Flat is a small historic locality within the Mount Alexander Shire Council area, sitting on the eastern fringe of Castlemaine in central Victoria, approximately 120 kilometres northwest of Melbourne. With a population of 81 residents in just 3 square kilometres, it is a quiet, bushy residential pocket surrounded by Box-Ironbark woodland and the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park. The postcode median taxable income of $38,965 reflects the mixed demographic of tree-changers, artists, and long-term residents drawn to the goldfields region.

The locality dates back to the 1850s Victorian Gold Rush, when miners reportedly worked their claims by moonlight on one of the world's richest shallow alluvial goldfields. The heritage-listed Pennyweight Flat Children's Cemetery, with 150 to 200 burials from the 1850s, is a poignant reminder of that era. Residents benefit from proximity to Castlemaine's thriving arts and culture scene, including the biennial Castlemaine State Festival, the Theatre Royal, and a growing reputation for artisan food and cafes. Castlemaine Station, roughly 3 kilometres away, provides regular V/Line train services to Melbourne in about 1 hour 30 minutes.

Moonlight Flat (Mount Alexander - Vic.) falls under postcode 3450 and is governed by Mount Alexander Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bendigo West (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3450
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mount Alexander
Federal Electorate
Bendigo
State Electorate
Bendigo West (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.06°, 144.21°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.07 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Castlemaine Station
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach connections — Maldon, Harcourt, Bendigo 20-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
1 hour 26 to 1 hour 31 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Bendigo line from Castlemaine
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Via Calder Freeway (M79). Bendigo is 35 km north (30-40 min drive)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or footpaths within the locality itself; a car or bike is needed to reach Castlemaine town centre for errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
81
▲ 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 Moonlight Flat known for? +

Moonlight Flat has its origins in the 1850s Victorian Gold Rush, when miners reportedly worked their claims by moonlight. The heritage-listed Pennyweight Flat Children's Cemetery and the surrounding Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park preserve the goldfields landscape. The broader Mount Alexander region is known for its arts community, heritage character, and artisan food scene.

How far is Moonlight Flat from Melbourne CBD? +

Moonlight Flat is approximately 120 kilometres northwest of Melbourne CBD, around a 1.5-hour drive via the Calder Freeway. V/Line trains from nearby Castlemaine station reach Melbourne in about 1 hour 30 to 45 minutes.

Does Moonlight Flat have public transport? +

Castlemaine Railway Station is roughly 1 to 2 kilometres away, with regular V/Line services on the Bendigo line to Melbourne Southern Cross. Local bus connections within the region are limited but available for travel to Maldon and surrounding towns.

What is the population of Moonlight Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moonlight Flat has a population of 81 residents across approximately 3 square kilometres. The locality functions as a small residential area on the outskirts of Castlemaine.

Is Moonlight Flat a good place to live? +

Moonlight Flat appeals to those who value heritage character, a creative community, and affordable living within reach of Melbourne. Its proximity to Castlemaine provides access to cafes, galleries, schools, and the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park.

What is the postcode for Moonlight Flat? +

The postcode for Moonlight Flat (Mount Alexander Shire), Victoria is 3450.