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Nichols Point

VIC 3501 • Rest of VIC

1,723
Population (2021)
$46,020
Median Income
23.78 km²
Area
$225/wk
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAgriculturalQuietRiverside

About Nichols Point

Nichols Point is a rural township in the Sunraysia region of north-western Victoria, situated approximately 4 kilometres south of Mildura and 540 kilometres from Melbourne, within the Rural City of Mildura. With a population of 1,723 and a median age of 40, the community has a strong family character anchored by a local primary school with over 300 students. The suburb covers a broad 23.8 square kilometres of flat Murray-Darling Basin terrain, and residents predominantly have Anglo-Australian and Italian heritage, reflecting the region's long history of fruit growing and viticulture.

Nichols Point offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with easy access to Mildura's comprehensive services including shopping centres, hospitals, and restaurants along Langtree Avenue. The area is set amid the citrus orchards and vineyards characteristic of the Sunraysia district, with the Murray River nearby providing recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, and waterside picnicking. Mildura Airport — approximately 8 kilometres away — offers regular flights to Melbourne and Sydney, providing surprisingly good connectivity for a regional township of its size.

Nichols Point falls under postcode 3501 and is governed by Mildura Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3501
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mildura
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Rural
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.21°, 142.21°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
23.78 km²
Elevation
52m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Sunraysia Bus Lines — Mildura CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
No direct train service; Mildura Airport provides regional flights to Melbourne (~1 hr flight)
By Car (Peak)
5-6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-6 hr

🛣️ Mildura CBD is 4 km away (5-10 min drive); daily life centres on Mildura rather than Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Nichols Point is a spread-out rural township where a car is essential for nearly all daily needs; local general store provides basic supplies

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$225
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
40 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,551
Census 2021
1,723
▲ 11.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,348
Income 2021
$46,020
▲ 26.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,524
Born Overseas 120

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 32
  • 2. Italy 15
  • 3. Malaysia 11
  • 4. South Africa 7
  • 5. Cambodia 5
  • 6. Germany 5
  • 7. Thailand 5
  • 8. India 4
  • 9. Netherlands 4
  • 10. Turkey 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 736
English 722
Italian 191
Scottish 188
Irish 154
German 101
Greek 30
Croatian 22
Dutch 20
Australian Aboriginal 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,290
Both parents born in Australia
215
Both parents born overseas
135
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.5%
No Religion
44.2%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
106 (6.2%)
5-14 years
299 (17.4%)
15-19 years
104 (6.0%)
20-24 years
79 (4.6%)
25-34 years
142 (8.2%)
35-44 years
245 (14.2%)
45-54 years
262 (15.2%)
55-64 years
240 (13.9%)
65-74 years
151 (8.8%)
75-84 years
70 (4.1%)
85+ years
27 (1.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nichols Point known for? +

Nichols Point is known for its position in the heart of Victoria's Sunraysia fruit-growing region, surrounded by citrus orchards and vineyards along the Murray-Darling Basin. The town has a strong community character anchored by a primary school with over 300 students and is just 4 kilometres from Mildura's services.

How far is Nichols Point from Mildura? +

Nichols Point is approximately 4 kilometres from Mildura's city centre, a short 5–10 minute drive. Melbourne CBD is approximately 540 kilometres away, about a 5–6 hour drive.

Does Nichols Point have public transport? +

Nichols Point is served by Sunraysia Bus Lines connecting to Mildura. There is no passenger rail service to the area; Mildura Airport (approximately 8 km away) provides regional flights to Melbourne and Sydney.

What is the population of Nichols Point? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nichols Point has a population of 1,723 residents. The community has a strong family character with a median age of 40 and a healthy proportion of school-aged children.

Is Nichols Point a good place to live? +

Nichols Point offers an affordable, family-friendly lifestyle on the edge of Mildura, with rural surroundings, good local schools, and easy access to Mildura's shops and services. It suits families and those who enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle in the Sunraysia fruit-growing heartland.

What is the postcode for Nichols Point? +

The postcode for Nichols Point, Victoria is 3501.