Nagambie

VIC 3608 • Rest of VIC

2,254
Population (2021)
$35,100
Median Income
144.90 km²
Area
$295/wk
Median Rent
Regional TownLifestyleWaterfrontWine RegionCommuter Rail

About Nagambie

Nagambie is a Goulburn Valley town in Victoria's Strathbogie Shire, about 120 km north of Melbourne. The 2021 Census records a population of 2,254, combining a permanent local community with holiday-home and visitor demand. Its setting around the Goulburn River and nearby lake environments gives it a strong leisure and lifestyle identity. The town blends regional service functions with tourism, wine and recreation activity.

Residents and visitors enjoy water sports, wineries, local dining and easy access to regional road connections toward Seymour, Shepparton and Melbourne. The town has rail access on the North East corridor, supporting commuting and weekend travel to larger centres. Schools, retail and health essentials are available locally, while major services are accessed in nearby larger towns. Nagambie appeals to families, retirees and lifestyle buyers seeking a regional town with strong amenity.

Nagambie falls under postcode 3608 and is governed by Strathbogie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3608
Urban Area
Strathbogie - Mansfield - Murimbindi
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.79°, 145.21°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
144.90 km²
Elevation
130m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nagambie Station
0.9 km
11 min
Seymour Station
25 km
Not walkable
Murchison East Station
24 km
Not walkable
Violet Town Station
34 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Regional bus services — Seymour and Shepparton 35-70 min
  • Local district connectors — Avenel / Euroa / Strathbogie localities 20-60 min
  • School services — Nagambie and nearby communities 10-35 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
122 km
By Train
90-120 min
By Bus
2 hr+ (multi-leg)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 35 min-2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 25 min-1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Rail offers a practical option for periodic Melbourne commuting, while many residents work locally or in regional centres.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town-centre amenities are accessible on foot, but most regional work and shopping trips still depend on driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,487
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

11 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,886
Census 2021
2,254
19.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,588
Income 2021
$35,100
18.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,805
Born Overseas 244

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 52
  • 2. New Zealand 20
  • 3. Philippines 17
  • 4. India 13
  • 5. Germany 11
  • 6. Poland 10
  • 7. Italy 9
  • 8. Netherlands 9
  • 9. Malta 8
  • 10. Ireland 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 896
English 896
Irish 312
Scottish 253
German 86
Italian 78
Australian Aboriginal 48
Chinese 22
Dutch 21
Filipino 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,550
Both parents born in Australia
318
Both parents born overseas
163
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.1%
No Religion
37.1%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
134 (5.9%)
5-14 years
213 (9.4%)
15-19 years
95 (4.2%)
20-24 years
85 (3.8%)
25-34 years
218 (9.7%)
35-44 years
244 (10.8%)
45-54 years
218 (9.7%)
55-64 years
355 (15.7%)
65-74 years
393 (17.4%)
75-84 years
207 (9.2%)
85+ years
92 (4.1%)

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