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Muckatah

VIC 3644 • Victoria

170
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
35.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Muckatah

Muckatah is a quiet rural locality in Moira Shire in northern Victoria, positioned approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Yarrawonga near the New South Wales border. Covering around 35 square kilometres of irrigated agricultural land, the locality recorded a population of 170 at the 2021 Census. The region is part of the rich Murray irrigation district, where cropping, dairying and horticulture are central to the local economy. The federal electorate is Farrer and the state electorate is Ovens Valley.

Muckatah is classic Murray country — flat, productive and deeply agricultural in character. Residents typically travel to Yarrawonga or Cobram for shopping, schooling and medical services, both of which offer a solid range of regional facilities. The locality sits within easy reach of Lake Mulwala and the Murray River, popular for boating, fishing and camping. For those seeking affordability, wide open spaces and a community rooted in the land, Muckatah represents quintessential northern Victorian rural life.

Muckatah falls under postcode 3644 and is governed by Moira Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3644
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moira Shire
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.95°, 145.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.26 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yarrawonga (V/Line coach)
25 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • V/Line regional coach — Wodonga / Melbourne Approx. 3.5 hr to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
Drive to Yarrawonga for V/Line coach; connection via Wangaratta or Wodonga to Melbourne (~3.5-4 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car essential; Yarrawonga is the nearest regional service hub (~25 km away)

Walkability Car-Dependent

No local services; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
170
▲ 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

Where is Muckatah located? +

Muckatah is a rural locality in Moira Shire, northern Victoria, approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Yarrawonga and close to the New South Wales border.

What is the population of Muckatah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Muckatah had a population of 170 people.

What is the closest town to Muckatah? +

The nearest major towns are Yarrawonga (~25 km) and Cobram (~30 km), both offering supermarkets, schools, medical services and recreational facilities on the Murray River.

What is Muckatah known for? +

Muckatah is known for its irrigated farming land and its proximity to Lake Mulwala and the Murray River, which are popular destinations for boating, fishing and watersports.